Custodian; Part-Time

Position Summary

Lawson State Community College is accepting applications for part‑time groundskeepers. This is an applicant pool; individuals will be hired as needed.

Note:
Submitted applications will remain on file for 36 months.

Maintain a clean and safe working environment for students, staff, and visitors. Performs general, routine custodial duties, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.

Salary Schedule Placement:
Local Salary Schedule $12.24/hour with a maximum of 19 hours per week.

• Keep buildings and assigned areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Sweep, mop, strip and wax, and buff floors.
• Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipment.
• Clean and sanitize all contact surfaces.
• Vacuum and spot‑clean carpets.
• Empty and clean waste receptacles; dispose of trash appropriately.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms to include commodes, urinals, sinks, walls, mirrors, fixtures, floors, doors, and receptacles.
• Stock and maintain supplies in restrooms and other assigned areas, as appropriate.
• Maintain outside walk areas including sweeping debris and washing walkways; pick up debris 25 feet from the perimeter of the buildings.
• Perform routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.
• Notify the Facilities Department of items that need maintenance and repair.
• Dust and clean window blinds.
• Clean doors, grates, kick plates, and partitions.
• Dust and clean display and bulletin boards.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Follow procedures and directions for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment.
• Assist with set‑up and facility preparation for special meetings or events, to include moving/arranging furniture and equipment.
• Perform other duties assigned by the President, Vice Presidents, Director of Facilities, or Assistant Director of Facilities.

• High school diploma or GED or one year of documented custodial experience may substitute for education requirement.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to read and understand English.
• Knowledge of chemicals and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Act and Hazardous Communications regarding worker safety and use of chemicals.

• Ability to work extended hours during peak times.
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, reach, push, pull, stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.

• An online application.
• Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered.
• Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide employment verification letters from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience, including employment dates and job title on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.
• Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants may submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer.

Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of the Alabama Community College System is that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion shall be excluded on the basis of any impermissible criterion. The College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. The applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check, and employment is contingent upon receipt of clearance.

Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑verify).

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated and must submit a completed application packet within the Final date to receive applications. Complete application files must be received no later than the Final date to receive applications. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.

The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.