STUDENT: Custodial Assistant

Title: STUDENT:
Custodial Assistant
VP Area: CFO
Department: Custodial Services
Position Compensation: $15.00 per hour
Location: Main Campus

Position Summary:

To assist in maintaining the overall cleanliness of campus buildings. Typical hours are scheduled between 5 pm - 11 pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply various methods of cleaning to campus buildings (i.e. sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, etc.)
• Clean offices, restrooms, and all other general areas
• Maintain a safe work environment through proper use of equipment, chemicals, and lifting
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned

Qualifications:

• Able to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• Able to perform basic cleaning tasks
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Key

Skills:

• Independent & Teamwork:
  Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality:
  Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication:
  Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills. Able to promote Northwestern in a compelling and engaging manner.
• Punctuality & Initiative:
  Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
• Background Check:
  Must pass background check as a condition of employment.

The following working conditions reflect the typical demands associated with this position and are subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law:

• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties in a typical office setting.
• Clear and professional verbal communication for instruction, collaboration, and customer service.
• Manual dexterity and motor coordination for typing, writing, and using equipment/tools.
• Physical mobility to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally bend, reach, or lift as required.
• Cognitive abilities such as focus, memory, reasoning, problem-solving, and adaptability.
• Professional appearance and hygiene appropriate to the role.
• Ability to read, write, and understand instructions and technical information.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.; stoop, kneel, crouch, and handle materials, frequently.
• Ability to work inside, with mechanical/electrical equipment and with moving objects, frequently.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous materials, constantly.
• Work may include tasks at heights in confined spaces or on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces with potential for slips, trips, or falls, occasionally.