Custodian Position Available In Polk, Florida

Custodian Southeastern University – 4.1

Lakeland, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$31.1K – $35.4K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Some college Writing skills High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Custodial experience Commercial cleaning Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position must be accountable to the Director of Custodial Services and shift lead/supervisor for maintaining a clean and healthy environment by keeping it sanitary and orderly using the methods specified in the training manual.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:

Director of Custodial Services, Lead/Shift Supervisor Supervisory Responsibility:

N/A Indirect Supervisory Responsibility:

N/A ESSENTIAL DUTIES

– May include, but is not limited to the following: Operate and maintain various machines such as vacuums, floor machines, buffers, etc. Keep bathrooms stocked and cleaned daily. Clean/sanitize wash basins, mirrors, toilets, showers, etc. Keep all areas of building clean, organized, and promote a healthy environment to include but not limited to washing, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping. Empty trash containers and taking contents to centralized waste areas for permanent removal. Clean A/C filters weekly or as needed. Fill out work requests for any needed repairs to be turned, e.g. leaky faucets, stopped up toilets, or out of order washers/dryers etc. Work with various chemicals and follow all instructions for proper and safe use of chemicals. Chemical safety and use of chemicals will be included in the housekeeper’s on-board training. Use safety precautions in all housekeeping services. Perform additional work as deemed necessary by management. Be willing to work as a team player maintaining a friendly disposition at all times.

ADDITIONAL/NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES N/A

All remaining duties are considered “nonessential” within the context of the ADA, which means that the function could be reassigned to another employee in order to allow a disabled individual to hold the position. Alternatively, the manager could try to provide a reasonable accommodation so that the disabled individual could perform the function.

LOCATION

Lakeland Main Campus

EDUCATION

Required Education:

High school diploma or

GED Preferred Education:

Some college coursework preferred.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS N/A EXPERIENCE

Required:

Stable job history in a commercial environment, preferably in custodial or janitorial services. Residential cleaning is acceptable.

Preferred:

1 year custodial experience preferred. Higher education and commercial cleaning experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

General housekeeping knowledge Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to plan, organize tasks and follow directions. Ability to lift up to thirty (30) pounds and drive a golf cart. Must have a valid driver’s license and pass the MVR screening.

Preferred:

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. This position is considered Non-Essential Personnel for the purposes of Emergency Response.

Physical Requirements:

This position demands good physical and mental aptitude. The custodian will be required to lift, carry, walk, sit, push, and pull. He/she must be able to move continuously during work hours, including the use of stairs, and must be able to lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds. Also, must be able to work within dusty conditions.

Travel:

No Schedule:

8-4:30 pm (Monday- Friday) for 1st shift/4:30pm-1am (Monday-Friday) for 2nd shift

Note:

there are a few 1st shifts that do require an earlier schedule due the nature of the building assigned-see Director for details, if needed

TRAINING

All new hires and employees transferring into a new position will have a 90-day probationary period within which to learn the functions of the job and to be evaluated. Following the probationary period, the employee can transition to regular status, have the probationary period extended in order to receive more training, or employment can be terminated. Required compliance training is as follows: 90 days to learn details of job Six Months to perform all job related duties

SAFETY SEU

promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Work-related injuries must be immediately reported to Security and Human Resources. When life or limb are at risk, please dial 911. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 24 hours of the incident. Emergency Employees report for or must remain at work in emergency situations. Dismissal or closure announcements do not apply to this position, unless instructed otherwise by your direct supervisor or a member of the Leadership Team.

SCREENING

All full-time positions at SEU are deemed security-sensitive and require background checks. Employees required to drive their own personal vehicle, a rental car or an SEU vehicle in performance of their duties must pass an MVR records check and meet the requirements of the University’s insurance carrier in order to meet the requirements of the position.

DISCLAIMER SEU

is an at-will employer. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. SEU is committed to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All forms of discrimination against or harassment of a person because of his or her identification within a protected category are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This prohibition applies equally to conduct by and against employees, vendors, visitors, and students. Southeastern University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. The equal opportunity policy will apply in University programs and activities, and all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. All employees of Southeastern University, by continued employment, agree to abide by the policies contained in the Employee Handbook and in the SEU Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant .