Custodian

The Custodian performs custodial maintenance tasks independently or as part of a team. They maintain a professional image while ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable learning environment for students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming classrooms, offices, halls, restrooms, windows, corridors, and other public areas, as well as reporting security and maintenance issues in the buildings. Additional duties involve restocking supplies from the warehouse and delivering them to buildings, removing trash, and performing other related tasks as assigned. Work hours and locations may vary based on the university's needs, and overtime may be required with little or no notice. The Custodian reports directly to the designated Custodial Supervisor in the Facilities Management Department. This position is considered essential, and employees are required to work as scheduled when university offices are closed due to emergency situations or natural disasters. Perform general cleaning tasks according to the schedule, instructions, and team cleaning procedures. These tasks include but are not limited to, mopping, dusting, cleaning, disinfecting, and restocking supplies as needed. Secure buildings and rooms as scheduled and/or after cleaning. Adhere to proper unlocking and locking procedures and follow key control and access card protocols. Respond to and clean up after floods and other custodial emergencies. Maintain a professional appearance and deliver excellent customer service.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED is required 6-12 months of custodial or janitorial experience

Desired Qualifications:

Valid driver's license 2-4 years of previous custodial or janitorial experience

Key Competencies:

Ability to read, write, and understand work orders. Adaptable and flexible to adjust to different tasks, schedules, and work environments. The ability to effectively communicate with your supervisor and team members. The ability to understand the required safety precautions with the use and operation of common equipment used to perform housekeeping and custodial duties.

Physical Requirements:

Tasks will require sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work that will include walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling. Some tasks may require being able to lift heavy objects weighing 45 pounds or more and you may have to wear personal protective gear.

Job Conditions:

The working environment could be around biohazards including raw sewage, chemicals, and/or fumes. Employees may be required to work around electrical and mechanical hazards along with working in adverse weather conditions.