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Custodian, 1st Shift - The Toro Company

Toro · Tomah, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a cleaning or janitorial job you've had. What did a normal shift look like?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the steady, physical routine of keeping a plant and offices clean.

How do you keep track of which areas you've cleaned so nothing gets missed?

What they are checking: Organization and follow-through when no one is checking every corner behind them.

Separating waste and recycling matters here. How careful are you about sorting things the right way?

What they are checking: Attention to the details of recycling rules that the plant depends on.

The shift runs into the evening with overtime when needed. How does that fit your life?

What they are checking: Reliability for a schedule the plant counts on to keep the building ready for the next day.

What would make you feel proud at the end of a shift in this job?

What they are checking: Whether they take pride in the work, which shows in how carefully it gets done.

What would you do

In a manufacturing plant, what kinds of unusual conditions would you watch for while cleaning?

What they are checking: Being observant about spills, leaks or hazards, which the posting asks custodians to notice and report.

You find an oily spill on a walkway near the production floor. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they act fast to protect people and report it, rather than just cleaning when they get to it.

A supervisor asks you to drop your route and help with something else urgent. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Flexibility while still making sure their regular duties get done.

About the work

Have you ever used a cardboard baler or similar machine? How do you use it safely?

What they are checking: Safe habits around hydraulic equipment that can seriously hurt someone if used carelessly.

What do you know about using cleaning chemicals safely?

What they are checking: Whether they read labels, avoid mixing chemicals and use protective gear.

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The full job description

As published by Toro.

Who Are We? The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens to venues such as St. Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in Tomah! The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment across assigned facilities. This role exists at two levels with duties and expectations increasing in scope and complexity at the higher level. Starting Pay: $23.03 per hour 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:30pm – 11:00pm with overtime when needed. What Will You Do? In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for: • Responsible for interior of building (office & plant) by sweeping and mopping floors, emptying waste containers. Must be observant to detect any unusual conditions or cleaning necessary in the plant. • Separate cardboard from waste and bail in hydraulic machines. • Separate other recyclable items, i.e. metal, paper, plastics, & place in designated containers. • Work with outside vendors to manage daily pick up of material • May do minor painting, material handling • Other duties as assigned What Do You Need? To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: • High school diploma or GED. • 0–2 years of maintenance or related experience, helpful. • Ability to follow instructions and learn new skills. • Strong attention to detail and reliability. • Strong interpersonal skills in working with a variety of cross-functional teams. • Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance standards • Must be certified to operate a forklift or ability to obtain certification Career Progression: This position is part of a two-level career track. Advancement is not automatic and depends on the following: • Availability of an open Level II position within the department • Demonstrative performance, technical proficient and leadership capabilities • Proactive learning of Level II requirements • Recommendation from management and successful completion of internal job application process. Employees are encouraged to develop their skills and express interest in advancement opportunities; however, promotions are contingent on business need and position availability. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following functions for 8 to 10 hours per day. • Standing, walking: Continuous • Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping: Continuous • Reaching Above Shoulder: Frequent • Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.): Occasional • Sitting: Occasional Working • Read/Monitor various equipment/machinery: Occasional • Being around and/or operating moving machinery/equipment: Occasional • Unprotected Heights: Occasional • Lifting from 0 to 55 pounds: Occasional • Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials: Occasional • Operating a vehicle (as part of your job): Frequent Hand Movements • Simple grasping (right and left): Frequent • Firm grasping (right and left): Occasional • Fine manipulating (right and left): Occasional • Recording data: Occasional • Operating office equipment: Occasional • Operating computer: Occasional • Foot movements to operate foot controls: Occasional Vision: good, close vision, corrected to normal: YES Color Definition Required: YES Hearing: Good hearing, corrected to normal: YES Mobility: Ability to be mobile throughout required work areas. • Plant, Equipment/Maintenance or Repair Area: Frequent • Office locations: Occasional Basic Mental Requirements: This job requires mental capabilities to efficiently prioritize tasks ranging from material handling and transporting products. Furthermore, the incumbent must have a high degree of attention to prevent injury to others. Working Conditions and Exposures: Working conditions vary. Exposures include moving equipment/machinery, noise, vibration, heat, and some moderate climate variability. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): This position requires the use of PPE. Safety glasses, hearing protection, footwear with steel-toe and metatarsal guards. Other PPE may be task specific or required based on the job or department: gloves, face shield, high visibility vest, FR clothing, respirator, etc. Training on PPE standards, use, and hazard awareness will be provided. “NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive lift of job duties and requirements associated with this job but is intended to represent an accurate reflection of the current job.” The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.

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