Residence Hall Custodian

Description

This position has the opportunity to interact heavily with our students on a daily basis in their common living areas, hallways, lounges, etc. They will help support student life as well as events on campus. This role will primarily be responsible to ensure clean and sanitary conditions for common student residential spaces.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

The custodial staff maintains building appearance and cleanliness in all areas; lobbies, entrances, classrooms, offices, hallways, kitchens, conference rooms, staircases, study lounges, restrooms, and shower rooms.

Custodial duties will consist of but not limited to:

Unlock/lock building and turn on/off lights

Sweep

Mop

Vacuum

Empty trash receptacles and dispose of trash

Clean glass

Dust surface areas

Disinfect fixtures

Annual deep cleaning

Assist with set-ups for campus events

Snow removal

Maintain outside entrances year round

Recycling

Clean restroom and show-room facilities

Floor care

Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

If this particular position is a lead position, you will provide guidance and organization to other team members in your building

You may be asked to direct student and support student workers•

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and SKILLS:

Education: High School diploma and/or equivalent preferred but not required

Training on blood borne pathogens and proper procedures for clean up on hazardous/infectious materials according to OSHA specifications (see supervisor for more information) will be required

Experience: Must be detailed orientated and have good time management and organizational skills.

Basic computer knowledge and operation

Proven ability to work with others

Must be able to read sufficiently to follow instructions, ability to mix appropriate chemical dilution ratio and understand directions for use.

Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and friends of the college

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Mobility: walk or stand for extended periods of time

Lifting: ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

Dexterity: must have a full range of motion including bending, stretching, lifting, and kneeling.

Be available for scheduled shift

Overtime may be required

Inside and outside of buildings, spaces may or may not be air conditioned

Exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, noise, dust and fumes

Required to work in restricted places which may require stooping, bending and kneeling

Buildings and grounds are smoke free