Distribution Center Custodian at O'Reilly Auto Parts in Gaylord, MI

The Custodian / Groundskeeper performs housekeeping, janitorial, and basic maintenance tasks across the distribution center (DC) to maintain a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment. This role supports both interior cleaning and exterior grounds upkeep while assisting with general maintenance activities to ensure operations run efficiently.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform housekeeping and janitorial duties throughout the DC.
• Empty trash and cardboard containers and sweep floor areas to maintain cleanliness.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers and cardboard balers.
• Maintain janitorial stations and ensure cleaning supplies and equipment are stocked and organized.
• Restock paper products and hand cleaning supplies in restrooms and break areas.
• Communicate custodial or maintenance issues to supervisors or DC leadership.
• Assist with general maintenance and facility upkeep tasks as needed.
• Support groundskeeping duties including lawn care, trash removal, and basic landscaping.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal and exterior maintenance
• Support organization and maintenance of work areas such as tote repair or maintenance zones.
• Follow safety practices and identify unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Operate equipment and perform duties in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:

• 1+ year of experience in custodial, janitorial, or facility maintenance work.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks consistently.
• Ability to operate basic cleaning equipment or willingness to learn.
• Understanding of basic safety practices in a warehouse or facility environment.

Desired:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Basic knowledge of groundskeeping or facility maintenance practices.
• Experience operating groundskeeping equipment such as mowers or trimmers.
• Proficiency in one or more additional languages.

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.

Total Compensation Package:

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.

Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: rar@oreillyauto.com or call (800) 471-7431 option , and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.