Custodian

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Under direction of the Supervisor, Custodial Services for the Department of Facilities Services (DFS), and in collaboration with your colleagues, perform physical labor for a wide variety of custodial and maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly, and safe environment. Collaborate with DFS and other University departments to initiate and deliver high quality custodial services in a timely manner.

• Service, clean, and supply interior university spaces including offices, classrooms, restrooms, hallways, bedrooms, suites, kitchens, bathrooms, and shared spaces.
• Clean academic and administrative buildings, and residential spaces following safety procedures and Pepperdine cleaning standards.
• Clean floors by sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, scrubbing, and/or shampooing following manufacturer specifications, and safety procedures.
• Properly arrange tables and chairs in common areas, classrooms, conference rooms, suites, and student lounges.
• Take inventory, request, and manage supplies, and keep the janitor closet in an orderly manner.
• Identify and monitor potential insect or rodent activity, spray or set trapping devices following Pepperdine standards.
• Identify and address issues in need of attention such as unsafe conditions or needed repairs and generate work orders accordingly.
• Respond and deploy equipment as necessary to control and mitigate potential property damage and unsafe conditions.
• Unlock doors to perform cleaning tasks or escort vendors, ensuring doors are locked and lights are turned off after cleaning areas.
• Follow appropriate procedures and instructions for the use of chemicals and equipment in order to prevent damage or injury.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work area.
• Ensure all work is performed per applicable specifications, industry standards, best practices, and Pepperdine standards.
• Assist department in meeting goals and participate in staff improvement including training programs.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination among all internal and external project participants and stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold University mission through work performed.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

• Proof of legal U.S. working status.
• Graduation from high school or its equivalent.
• Minimum one year of custodial work experience.
• Competency using tools and operating equipment of the trade such as hand and power tools, pressure washers, buffers, vacuums, and carpet extractors.
• English written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must consistently project a professional demeanor and positive attitude, and be able to effectively communicate with the University community and visitors.
• Keep uniform in a professional appearance at all times.
• Normal mobility and ability to move around construction sites.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, traverse rugged terrain, climb up and down ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, including up and down stairs, and occasionally lift and carry 75 pounds.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, and be insurable under the University’s standard auto insurance requirements.
• Must be able to work on assigned days of the week.
• Willingness and ability to periodically work overtime hours, respond to emergency calls after hours/weekends, and work weekend shifts providing general maintenance duties for the campus.
• Broad technical knowledge of practices, principles, and techniques in the custodial field and industry standard processes.
• Knowledge of methods for maintaining, cleaning, and preserving a variety of surfaces.
• Analytical and problem solving skills to successfully resolve issues.
• The ability to understand manufacturer's instructions and recommendations to ascertain correct handling of materials and equipment.
• Basic computer skills and competency with Microsoft Office.