Custodian; Day Shift

Join our team as a Custodial Specialist and become the behind-the-scenes hero who keeps our campus shining! Primary Day Shift

Schedule:

Tuesday
- Friday, 6 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m., and Saturday, 7 a.m.

- 3:30 p.m. You will play a vital role in transforming bustling daytime spaces into pristine, safe environments ready for the next morning. This position is perfect for a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual who thrives in the calm of the evening and enjoys the satisfaction of a job well done. Enjoy a reliable schedule that makes a visible impact every single day.

Facilities Operations and Maintenance supports the university's strategic mission by professionally maintaining safe, functional, and attractive facilities and grounds, while also providing quality support services to the campus community.

Applies basic skills while developing some specialized skills in procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment appropriate to the area of specialization; performs routine and/or repetitive tasks; limited decision-making required; generally works under close supervision; has no or limited experience; work is performed within specific limits of established procedures and/or defined instructions.

• Performs heavy-duty cleaning in locker rooms, classrooms, dormitories, and lavatories; cleans, sanitizes, and polishes; dusts, washes, sponge mops; sanitizes, and shampoos furniture, woodwork, walls, windows, and glass items; cleans shades and covers on light fixtures; removes waste and debris; selects products and compounds for cleaning jobs and applies according to procedures or manufacturers' specifications; orders supplies for custodial closets and stocks custodial closets;
  
  sweeps, strips, seals, and finishes wood, linoleum, and other floors; washes windows; removes and prepares draperies for cleaning; removes adhesives, tiles, and carpet; refinishes floors and prepares them for carpeting or special flooring; instructs temporary help.
• Operates heavy-duty scrubbing, buffing, shampooing, vacuuming, and wet/dry pickup equipment; performs preventive maintenance; finishes floors; uses snow blowers, hyster, airlift platforms, dollies, and carts; uses specialized sweepers; replaces belts, brushes, and bearings; ensures floor and building area is secure; verifies doors are locked, and lights and appliances are off; reports fire hazards and other emergencies.
• Custodians perform a variety of duties to help ensure facilities operate smoothly. This may include setting up for special events, providing direction and answering basic questions regarding events for patrons. Moves furniture and similar heavy items; sets up and climbs ladders; shovels snow from walkways.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to manage one's own time.
• Ability to read and comprehend written safety instructions, warning labels, and procedural documents in English, and to verbally confirm understanding of instructions from a supervisor.

• Willingness to: perform duties associated with commercial cleaning, including operating industrial-type cleaning equipment such as high-speed buffers and vacuum cleaners; cleaning restrooms, bath facilities, locker rooms, swimming pools, and similar facilities; moving heavy items such as tables, chairs, and bleachers; and repairing the equipment and related devices you operate.
• A valid and current Driver's License.

Salary of $16.68/hr.

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents

See our full benefits page for more information!

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