Custodian; Female

Position: Custodian (Female)

The Custodian J1 ensures the cleanliness of campus buildings and some outdoor areas through standard cleaning practices such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing, wiping, dusting, and emptying trash and recycle receptacles. This role may also involve operating equipment like pressure washers, carpet extractors, and floor machines.

Alignment with Theological Positions

The individual in this position must personally agree with Biola University's Articles of Faith and support the university's positions as outlined in its Statement of Biblical Principles and Eschatology Teaching Position. This person may not speak or act in a manner inconsistent with these positions during their employment at Biola.

Department

Facilities Management

Reports to

Custodial Supervisor and the Associate Director of Custodial & Grounds

Educational Requirements

A high school diploma or its equivalent is desirable.

Work Requirements

Non-exempt (02), full-time 40 hours/week, 12 months per year. Attendance is required on Biola's campus in La Mirada, California.

Responsibilities

Emptying Trash and Recycle Receptacles:
Replace liners as needed and transport waste to designated collection areas. Clean receptacles periodically.

Cleaning Floors and Carpets:
Regularly vacuum carpets and periodically clean them with carpet cleaning equipment. Sweep, vacuum, and mop hard floors, with occasional scrubbing, stripping, and refinishing.

Cleaning Restrooms and Showers:
Clean restrooms daily, including toilets, sinks, and all touch surfaces. Refill soap and other supplies as needed. Disinfect showers daily and perform a full clean at least twice a week.

Cleaning Kitchens and Break Rooms:
Wipe down sinks, counters, faucets, and exterior surfaces of refrigerators. Empty trash, sweep, and mop floors. Clean microwaves inside and out, and spot clean cabinet faces as needed.

Cleaning Offices, Lobbies, Hallways, and Lounges:
Empty trash, clean floors, spot clean glass doors, and wipe or dust common area furniture. Vacuum entrance mats.

Outdoor Areas:
Sweep or blow the areas immediately outside building entrances, remove cobwebs, and clean designated outdoor areas and furnishings as appropriate.

Emergency Response:
Respond promptly to clean up floods, toilet overflows, vomit, etc.

Work Orders:
Record start and end times of tasks and provide simple notes on the work order. Report status to the supervisor.

Other Duties as Assigned:
Assist the custodial department or other facilities and university departments as needed.

Objective Goals

Maintain assigned areas in accordance with departmental standards, working individually or as part of a team. Maintain excellent attendance, only calling in sick when genuinely ill.

Required Skills / Qualifications Hard Skills

• Repeated scrubbing or wiping of surfaces
• Vacuuming, sweeping, and dusting
• Lifting and carrying refuse, tools, and materials related to the job
• Ability to push a minimum of 100 lbs.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs. off the floor and load onto an electric cart, or carry for short distances
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, or carry heavier items
• Ability to climb a 10-foot ladder
• Ability to work an 8-hour shift on your feet
• Ability to move freely with frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, and squatting
• Tolerance for wearing PPE (masks, splash glasses, and nitrile or vinyl gloves) for most or all of the shift
• Tolerance for standard cleaning and disinfection products
• This job requires lifting, bending, walking, and standing for long periods

Soft Skills

• Communication:
  Welcoming, enthusiastic, with good verbal communication skills for interacting with diverse clients and team members. Active listening skills to understand needs and respond effectively.
• Problem-Solving:
  Identifying issues and developing practical solutions. Resourceful and adaptable when faced with challenges.
• Time Management:
  Prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively to meet deadlines, handling multiple responsibilities without compromising quality.
• Organization:
  Keeping track of and caring for tools and maintaining an orderly workspace. Communicating supply needs effectively.
• Adaptability:
  Flexibility in a dynamic work environment, embracing change, and adjusting priorities smoothly.
• Confidentiality:
  Handling sensitive information with discretion and respecting privacy.

Other Desired Duties / Skills

• A valid driver's license with a good driving record is desirable.
• Basic mechanical aptitude is a plus.

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