Full-Time
Custodial Services Trainee
In-House
Peckham
1,001-5,000 employees
Nonprofit vocational rehabilitation for disabled individuals
Compensation Overview
$13.73/hr
Lansing, MI, USA
In Person
 Cleaning & Custodial Services (1) |
|---|
Get referred to Peckham
See people who can refer or advise you
- The employee must be 18 years of age or older.
- The employee must be able to read and interpret written or pictorial documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, schedules, and procedure manuals.
- The employee must be able to communicate verbally, gesturally, or through written means.
- The employee must pass and maintain background checks.
- The employee must meet the physical requirements of the position.
- The employee must commit to a regular schedule.
- The employee must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite.
- The employee must walk and stand for long periods, maintain balance, climb steps, reach with the arms, and use the hands to grasp, hold, handle, and feel.
- The employee must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or squat.
- The employee must frequently lift or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
- The employee must perform repetitive tasks.
- Stock and organize storage closets and custodial carts.
- Perform routine cleaning of restrooms, conference rooms, breakrooms, classrooms, and offices.
- Perform routine cleaning of mirrors and glass.
- Operate commercial cleaning equipment.
- Maintain grounds, including snow removal as needed.
- Perform routine vacuuming of carpeting and matting.
- Perform routine cleaning of flights of stairs.
- Perform routine dry and wet mopping of hard flooring areas.
- Periodically dust all horizontal and vertical ledges.
- Perform daily inspection and maintenance of equipment and report deficiencies.
- Produce quality work in an ever-changing environment.
- Maintain customer service standards.
- Practice proper security and safety standards at building sites.
- Apply ergonomic standards appropriate to each custodial task and the equipment used.
- Use a teamwork approach for projects.
- Promote Peckham’s vision, values, and services to customers and stakeholders.
- Complete and maintain all required trainings and certifications.
- Receive and implement constructive feedback in a professional manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned and training as needed.
- A High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
Peckham is a nonprofit organization that helps people with significant disabilities and other barriers prepare for and find work. It offers job training opportunities and a platform for clients to show what they can do, learn new skills, and participate in real work settings, leading to meaningful employment growth. Through supported training, on-the-job experiences, and ongoing guidance, Peckham connects participants with employment opportunities and rewards from their success. Unlike many for-profit trainers, Peckham focuses on removing barriers related to physical, cognitive, behavioral, and socio-economic challenges. The goal is to enable people with diverse barriers to gain skills and secure meaningful jobs in the community.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$2M
Headquarters
Lansing, Michigan
Founded
1976
Get referred to Peckham
See people who can refer or advise you
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Peckham won a $2M DOL grant for youth employment through 2028.
- Revolution Farms acquisition broadened production and deepened exposure to grocery channels like Meijer.
- Ten straight Great Place to Work years strengthen recruiting for mission-driven disability services.
What critics are saying
- Federal contracts totaling $305.4M enter recompete by July 2027, pressuring margins.
- Berkeley's Peckham Aylesham judicial review shows the district remains vulnerable to development disruption.
- Agriculture adds food-safety exposure; the 2026 cyclosporiasis investigation touched Revolution Farms by Peckham.
What makes Peckham unique
- Peckham runs five business lines, mixing rehabilitation with federal contracting and commercial operations.
- Revolution Farms adds 3.5-acre hydroponic lettuce production and Midwest retail distribution.
- GO Program ties employment training to violence prevention in Lansing and Flint.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
Benefits
Health Insurance
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Phone/Internet Stipend
Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 15%1 year growth
↑ 15%2 year growth
↑ 15%Pentagon awards Delta, UPS, 3 other airlines $24 million medical transport contract. They will move the supplies within the continental United States. Jun 2, 2026 - 14:18 The Pentagon has tapped five major airlines to handle the transport of U.S. military medical supplies over the next year. According to a recent contract announcement, the selected carriers will share a $24 million deal to move critical cargo within the continental United States. A winning team of carriers. Selected from a pool of 13 competitive bids, the following companies were awarded the contract: * Delta Air Lines Inc. (Atlanta, Georgia) * Lynden Air Cargo LLC (Anchorage, Alaska) * Northern Air Cargo LLC (Anchorage, Alaska) * Sun Country Inc. (Minneapolis, Minnesota) * United Parcel Service Co. (Louisville, Kentucky) Contract details and future outlook. This agreement is scheduled to run through June 30, 2027. However, the Defense Logistics Agency noted that the contract includes options that could extend the partnership for an additional four years. Broader Logistics activity. This transport deal is part of a series of recent procurement actions by the agency. The Pentagon also recently awarded Peckham Vocational Industries Inc. a $15 million contract to manage the storage and distribution of Navy and Coast Guard apparel over the next two years. Additionally, Virginia-based Atlantic Diving Supply has secured a $32 million, three-year deal. They are tasked with providing tactical radio components, gun holsters, and holster assemblies to support soldiers across the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps.
Peckham, a Lansing, Mich.-based nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization that provides paid training opportunities for people with disabilities and other barriers, has acquired indoor grower Revolution Farms, of Caledonia, Mich.
Peckham, a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization in Lansing, Mich., has acquired Revolution Farms, a hydroponic grower in Caledonia, Mich. This acquisition will help Peckham expand its agricultural operations. Revolution Farms, founded in 2018, uses 90% less water and land than traditional farming and supplies fresh lettuce to Midwest retailers like Meijer and SpartanNash-owned stores.
Peckham, Inc., has been named a Great Place to Work for ten consecutive years.
Barb retired from Peckham, Inc. in 2015.