Custodian

Wingate University is a teaching university that serves more than 3,400 students on two campuses.

• Clean and sanitize all indoor areas of campus using established practices and procedures, including bathrooms, offices, rooms/apartments, lobbies, common areas, classrooms, labs, outdoor stadiums, and other facilities.
• Refill restroom dispensers and empty wastebaskets.
• Dust and wipe furniture and baseboards; clean white boards or chalkboards and trays; sweep, mop or vacuum floors, accessible interior and exterior windows and blinds; replace soap/sanitizer, toilet tissue/paper towels; empty trash and recycling bins and take to proper disposal area.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning equipment, chemicals, and all supplies.
• Maintain security of assigned keys or access cards; lock and unlock doors on a designated schedule.
• Report maintenance concerns to the Campus Operations Coordinator (e.g., light bulbs out, broken fixtures/appliances, damage to walls or furniture).
• Perform periodic heavy cleaning such as cleaning hard surface floors (strip and resurface) and shampooing carpets.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance on campus in accordance with University policy.
• Attend and complete all required safety training and meetings (e.g., OSHA, machinery operation training, Bloodborne pathogens, fire safety, etc).
• Follow all safety practices and policies.
• Assist as needed with preparation for events (tables, chairs, trash receptacles).
• Support additional functions and services provided by the Campus Service Center such as grounds maintenance, minor repairs, preventative maintenance, painting, changing air filters / cleaning HVAC units, laying carpet/LVT, snow/ice removal, disaster cleanup, etc.
• Other job duties/responsibilities may be assigned.
• Some night and weekend hours are necessary.

• Ability to follow instructions regarding the use of supplies, chemicals, equipment, and use as directed.
• Ability to use floor cleaning equipment.
• Ability to safely operate golf carts / UTVs, trucks, etc.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience working in a cleaning environment in a commercial or industrial setting is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Excellent active listening, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, independent, and reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds and be physically able to stand, walk, climb, squat, kneel, push, pull, twist, bend, lift, and carry items.

Wingate University currently seeks candidates with legal authorization to work in the U.S.

In compliance with applicable law and University policies, Wingate University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability, and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.