Custodian III

Custodian III

University Housing

Georgia State University

These are exciting times at the University Housing Department. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.

The University Housing Department is seeking (1) Custodian III to join the already awesome team taking the Department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES University Housing A GREAT PLACE?

* Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

* A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

* Professional development opportunity and mentorship

* A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

* Maintain the appearance of offices, classrooms, laundry rooms, trash rooms, bathrooms, lobbies, lounges, elevators, elevator lobbies, stairwells, and restrooms.

* Clean and perform room set-ups in assigned building areas following established routines and procedures. Serve as a lead person on cleaning assignments and responsible for training Custodian I, Custodian II, and Temporary employees on methods and procedures.

* Responsible for supervising and training the Custodian I, Custodian II, and Temporary employees. Organize work assignments for Custodian I, Custodian II, and Temporary employees and submit work assignment reports.

* Perform housekeeping duties such as cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, trash removal, wet mopping, dry mopping, scrubbing, stripping, restoring buffing, extracting and waxing. Maintain a record of cleaning supplies used and will restock when needed.

* Set-up chairs, tables, and other equipment in classrooms, meeting rooms, and public areas. Wash walls, woodwork, windows, door panels, and sills. Clean and polishes lighting fixtures, marble surfaces, and trim. Replace light bulbs, clean debris from parking decks, courtyards, and the main building.

* Responsible for monitoring the trash compactors and moving trash carts to the main compactors for dumping.

* Attend and participate in regular unit and departmental meetings. Participate in departmental committees, interview processes, and trainings. Other duties as assigned. This position may be required to work evenings and weekends.

Minimum Hiring

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED and two years experience in an institutional, industrial or commercial setting, including one year or more of supervisory or lead worker experience.

Must pass a criminal background check.

Must be able to lift approximately 30-50 lbs.

Preferred Hiring

Qualifications:

* Knowledge of the operation and use of equipment and tools used in the care and cleaning of buildings.

* Knowledge of custodial services practices, techniques, and procedures.

* Ability to supervise others or function as a lead worker.

* Ability to perform heavy lifting when required (approximately 30-50 lbs.).

* Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

* Prior experience working in University Housing.

* Experience working with diverse groups, i.e., staff, residents, outside contractors.

* Previously demonstrated leadership skills with emphasis in staff.