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Stanford University
Custodian
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What they do
A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
$40,719 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Custodian Stanford University
- 4.
Anticipated Shift:
Shift 1 : Monday- Friday 6:45 AM
- 3:15 PM Shift 2: Tuesday
- Saturday 7:45 AM
- 4:15 PM Shift 3: Monday
- Friday 8:00 AM
- 5:00 PM Shift 4: Sunday
- Thursday 6:45 AM
- 3:15 PM The anticipated shift is based on the operational needs and can change at any time with notice.
ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES
Stanford University is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Founded in 1891, Stanford's mission is to create and share knowledge and to prepare students to be curious, to think critically, and to contribute to the world. With world-class scholars and seven schools located together on a single campus, Stanford offers academic excellence across the broadest array of disciplines including business, education, engineering, humanities and sciences, law, medicine, and sustainability. It also is an engine of innovation, blending theory and practice to move ideas and discoveries from labs and classrooms out into the world. Stanford strives to foster a culture of expansive inquiry, fresh thinking, searching discussion, and freedom of thought- preparing students for leadership and engaged citizenship in the world.
- Report to management all emergencies' damages, fixtures/furniture losses, maintenance needs, equipment repairs, and safety issues.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work areas are in, around, and outside of student housing facilities.EQUIPMENT USED
Commercial cleaning chemicals Commercial cleaning supplies Cleaning equipment (equipment including vacuum, mop, broom, rake, blower, and power-wash or other powered machines)PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position is considered moderately to highly physical, and requires a lot of standing, bending, lifting, and walking. Approximately 95% of time is spent standing or moving around work area, and approximately 5% of time is spent working at a desk or sitting. The ability to lift and carry up to twenty-five (25) pounds on a regular basis is necessary for transporting supplies and goods. The ability to stoop, kneel, carry, ascend/descend stairs, climb ladder, push, and pull on a regular basis. Clear diction and acute hearing are necessary for effective communication with co-workers and students.Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
One-year previous custodial experience preferred.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Good written and oral communication skills in English; ability to communicate effectively and cooperatively with co- workers, guests, other departments, and management.
Certificates and Licenses Required:
Valid California Non-commercial Class C Driver's license at most locations.Work Standards:
When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.Interpersonal Skills:
Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.Promote Culture of Safety:
Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/ and the appropriate collective bargaining agreement at https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/hr-processes-policiespolicies/labor- relations-collective-bargaining.