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Colorado Mesa University

Custodial Team Member

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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.

$35,686 / year median in Colorado

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY FLSA
Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Compensation:
$18.78-26.29/hr Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
SECTION I
  • OUR
VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE
At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It's this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, we've built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the West-the spirit that our region embodies-we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create. Colorado Mesa University Core Values Love
  • Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others Dignity
  • Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill Courage
  • Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities Humility
  • Suspending one's ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others Resiliency
  • Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity Curiosity
  • Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown Power
  • The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals
SECTION II
  • THE SEAT At CMU, we look at every position as a seat.
Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the "right seats" in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats.
Custodial Team Member Working Hours:
Monday
  • Friday, 6:00 PM
  • 2:30 AM
SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS
As a custodian, you have an essential role in maintaining the cleanliness of our facilities which is crucial in supporting the learning and working environment of the University. If you take pride in your work and possess excellent customer service skills, we encourage you to apply. Open positions are for various shifts; hours and work weeks vary. Periodic shift work may be required. Assist in maintaining a healthy environment by providing outstanding custodial service for campus facilities.
OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS
Duty Statements include but are not limited to: In the area of floor-care, duties include sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, vacuuming and spot cleaning carpet, auto scrubbing, spray buffing, burnishing, refinishing wood, concrete, and vinyl composite floors (removing floor finish by sanding or stripping, then applying seal and wax) and carpet extraction. Cleaning duties include cleaning and re-lamping lighting fixtures, cleaning water fountains, emptying and cleaning waste containers, cleaning walls, doors, and windows, dusting flat surfaces and vents, cleaning and sanitizing all restroom fixtures, urinals and toilet bowls, cleaning toilet partitions and doors, sinks, and mirrors, restocking soap and paper products, straightening and moving furniture, shampooing upholstered furniture, setting up tables, chairs and media equipment for meetings, cleaning dry erase boards, securing areas as required (locking and unlocking rooms and buildings), inputting work requests and filling out time log in maintenance management system ("Schooldude"), cleaning and maintaining equipment, turning lights on and off, using proper personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, grippers, aprons, safety shoes), and attending training meetings on safety, cleaning procedures, and equipment and product use. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER
  • This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidate must have six months of custodial experience, which must have been performed within a business/corporation type setting or similar. Part-time work will be prorated. You must include names and phone numbers of three professional references.
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent customer service and time-management skills, and the ability to follow directions.
Substitutions:
Appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. If substituting education for experience, you must provide a copy of your transcripts with your application.
  • Custodial work is defined as primary work duties which include but are not limited to caring for and maintaining offices within an organization.
Custodian work includes buffing, polishing and disinfecting floors, cleaning lavatories as well as performing general dusting and vacuuming within an office environment.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen. Possession and maintenance of valid Colorado driver's license (Position requires ability to drive motorized vehicle and/or golf cart to job sites on main and auxiliary campuses) Essential Services Designation (Required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the University without delay or interruption.) Pass a Background Check.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a: Cover letter Resume Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire) Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education. Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.