Custodian Position Available In Chatham, Georgia

Custodian
Req #2249
South University Savannah, GA, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America
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Job Description
Posted Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:00 PM | Expires Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:59 PM
South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online.
The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home.
What’s next for you is the first priority for us!
Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.
South University, the right direction for a brighter future.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision FSA/HSA
  Tuition Assistant Program Long/Short Term Disability
  Life Insurance
  Employee Assistance Program
  401K Match Paid Time Off
  12 Paid Holidays
• includes domestic partner coverage

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing cleaning functions in and around the campus building(s), including maintenance duties as assigned throughout their scheduled hours and fulfilling special requests as needed. Incumbents must ensure the standards for building cleanliness, minor maintenance, and safety procedures are all met and maintained regularly. South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients (students, faculty, staff, & visitors); development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

In some cases, open campus building(s) by unlocking all entry doors and classrooms, check all spaces, including restrooms, hallways, and entrances, for any maintenance problems, and clean any assigned area as needed or directed by the Lead Facilities Technician.
Regularly cleans and restocks restrooms, collecting and disposing trash and debris from the building(s) and grounds.
Uses appropriate equipment to clean carpets and strip, scrub, buff, and wax floors, following proper usage and safety protocols.
Moves furniture, equipment, & materials and performs all cleaning activities necessary to keep campus building(s) clean and safe.
May perform minor repairs and maintenance, check fire extinguishers, test emergency lighting, and order cleaning supplies.
Reports necessary repairs and safety concerns to facility management.
Pull trash from offices and clean as requested.
Maintain orderly janitorial closets – stock when necessary.
Respond to special requests for assistance from other departments, provide event setup, and follow directives assigned by facility management.
In some cases, assist in securing campus building(s) by verifying all persons have exited, locking all doors, turning off lights, and activating security alarms.
Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

A high school degree is required.
2-5 years of solid experience in the housekeeping industry, preferably in a post-secondary institution.
Understands working methods and procedures used in cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings.
Understand the qualities and uses of custodial equipment and supplies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of populations.
Superior organization, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem-resolution skills.
Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions.
Ability to interact effectively as a leader or a team member and work collaboratively with other departments.
Ability to listen to customers (students, faculty, staff, and visitors) and to understand and respond positively to their requests
Ability to work without close supervision and to set one’s own priorities.
Ability to frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for lengthy periods of time.

Physical or Sensory Demands:

Frequently lift up to 25 pounds, occasional heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds
Occasionally climbs up to 15 feet with a ladder
Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter
Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards
Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods
Pushes/pulls brooms, vacuums, buffers, scrubbers, cleaning carts
Must bend, stoop, and crawl and occasionally operate hedge trimmers, pressure washers, and leaf blowers

ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include the ability to adjust focus and close vision.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures, and perspectives can thrive.
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South University Savannah, GA, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America