Facilities Support Specialist - HSC; Johns Hopkins Facilities & Real Estate

Facilities Support Specialist - HSC (Johns Hopkins Facilities & Real Estate) at The Johns Hopkins University

We are seeking a Facilities Support Specialist who will perform a variety of tasks related to room set‑ups, floor care and custodial duties. The role includes cleaning offices, meeting space, outside areas and various floor types; moving furniture and equipment for events; performing set‑ups and breakdowns before and after events; and operating equipment to support these activities.

• Operate designated equipment such as auto‑scrubbers, burnishers, buffers, carpet extractors to strip, scrub, shampoo, and wax floors.
• Utilize automated floor cleaning equipment according to schedule for large area floor surface cleaning.
• Apply proper procedures on carpet and upholstery (shampooing, damp surface, extractions, spot cleaning, vacuuming).
• Perform maintenance and restorative processes for all floor surface types.
• Cleans, sweeps, vacuums, and polishes floors using various tools, equipment, and cleaning materials.
• Cleans assigned areas with required cleaners and disinfecting solutions to industry standards.
• Cleans walls, windows, blinds, vents, ceilings, and doors.
• Replenishes paper towels, soap, toilet tissue, linen, and other supplies as required.
• Inspects interior and exterior of building for service issues, reporting damages, malfunctions, and needed repairs.
• Removes trash, moves furniture, and manages miscellaneous equipment and recyclable materials.
• Transports biohazard containers to designated areas.
• Removes snow, ice, and debris from exterior spaces such as patios, sidewalks, and entryways.
• Maintains assigned equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Observes safety precautions and properly uses equipment and products.
• Sets up and removes furniture and equipment for meetings and events.
• Ensures flawless event execution through accurate and timely setup and breakdown.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Strive to exceed expectations and needs of internal and external customers.
• Maintain a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
• Monitor events for refreshment duties or changeovers.

• High school diploma or graduation equivalent preferred.
• One or more years of experience preferred in events set‑up and custodial operations.

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to interact respectfully and courteously with faculty, students, staff, and visitors.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a team.
• Ability to work alone or in a team setting.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and diagrams.
• Ability to read labels on cleaning and detergent materials and disinfecting solutions.
• Ability to operate large, powered vacuum cleaners, cleaning and buffing equipment, and other equipment as needed.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs regularly to clean them.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move objects and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, or move about campus continuously.
• This is a Bargaining Unit position. All newly hired employees in Bargaining Unit positions are considered "probationary" until completion of 90 calendar days. Eligible for benefits upon completion of the probationary period.

Classified

Title:

BU Facilities Support Specialist - SSR. Job Posting Title (Working Title):
Facilities Support Specialist - HSC (Johns Hopkins Facilities & Real Estate). Role/Level/Range: USKILLD4/01/BU. Starting Salary Range: $18.50 per hour, increases to $21.50 after 12 months. Employee group:
Casual / On Call.

Schedule:

varies. FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt.

Location:

Homewood Campus. Department name:
Custodial Services. Personnel area:
University Administration.