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University of Nebraska Kearney (UNK)

Environmental Services Lead - Rural Hlth

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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.

$34,674 / year median in Nebraska

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Custodial Supervisor, this position is responsible for assisting department management with the day-to-day activities of the custodial staff for the medical facilities on campus. Quality customer service will be provided to the client at all times. Knowledge or willingness to learn proper cleaning techniques is essential. Lead and participate in the Essential Functions of custodial activities of assigned buildings, along with providing training in the following areas based on department established standards. Provide work directions to assigned custodians on job schedules, work orders and coverage The proper use of labeling, dilution, storage and the use of all chemicals The proper use of equipment, maintenance, storage & techniques for their use Infection Control Sanitization Emergency Response Handle all Work Orders for Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Lights and AED's Order supplies according to established guidelines & procedures Pickup and/or delivery laundry and perform laundry duties Lead & participate in major summer cleaning projects assigned Lead & participate with Set up & Tear down for special events Moving & Stacking furniture Lead & participate in Snow Removal from entrances, steps & sidewalks within 15 feet of a building using shovel/snow blower & dispersing salt Maintain regular attendance
Additional Info Required Qualifications:
High School education or GED 1 year of custodial experience in medical field
Valid Drivers License Preferred Qualifications:
Three years of custodial experience in medical field
Additional Information:
Selected candidate will need to complete a background check and a pre-employment physical prior to their start date.