Custodian

The purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of custodial and maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment on campus.

1. Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedure.
2. Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; empty and clean ash trays and cigarette urns; replace light bulbs; refill restroom dispensers.
3. Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
4. Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools; extractors, high pressure washers, and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of walls, floors, carpets, furniture, etc.
5. Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.
6. Assist with securing building when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights.
7. Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
8. Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing debris from sidewalks and stairs at the entrance of buildings.
9. Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis.
10. Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds. Launder cleaning rags and dust mops.
11. Attend to emergencies when necessary.
12. Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.
13. Take classes as required in cleaning methods and techniques, new products, First Aid, CPR , and working relationships.
14. Handle recycling materials.
15. Safely operate all vehicles and other job related equipment.
16. Support and enforce all policies, university and governmental such as ADEM , university health and safety regulations and guidelines, etc.
17. Reports and responds to emergency calls for custodial assistance.
18. Identifies stains and uses proper chemicals and methods for removal.
19. Works with some pesticides; safely disposes of hazardous materials commonly used in the performance of their duties.
20. Perform related duties as required.
21. Call in work orders and completes work orders as assigned.
22. Assist with inventory control and security.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

• Ability to work safely in an environment containing caustic chemicals, cleaning materials, dust and noise;
• Good interpersonal skills,
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to organize and be innovative and problem solve;
• Normal tolerance of and not be allergic to common maintenance chemicals;
• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions;
• Ability to work effectively in and around the public;
• Ability to work on-call and before/after normal work hours as requested.

The educational requirement for this position is:
High School diploma/ GED
Education substituted for experience? No

This position requires:
One year of related experience. Custodial and building maintenance in a school setting preferred.
Experience substituted for education? No

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include:

• Valid driver’s license
• Acceptable driving record

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include:

• None