Custodian 1

Job Summary

Under general supervision, perform a variety of custodial, housekeeping, and general maintenance functions to maintain the cleanliness and care of college facilities.

Essential Functions

* Work well with staff and students.

* Clean and sanitize restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures in accordance with established procedures and standards; refill restroom dispensers; report need for repair and/or maintenance.

* Clean chalkboards/whiteboards and erasers; dust and wipe furniture; sweep, mop or vacuum floors; empty wastebaskets, trash, and recycle containers; replace light bulbs.

* Set-up and take down equipment, such as chalkboards and easels, and furnishings, such as folding chairs and tables needed for meetings, classrooms, conferences, and events.

* Strip, clean, buff and apply finish to floors; use high speed floor buffers/polishers; vacuum and clean carpets.

* Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools such as vacuum, broom, mop, squeegee, ladder for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets and furniture.

* Lock and unlock buildings; secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows; report unauthorized occupants.

* Follow written and/or verbal instructions regarding the use of chemicals, supplies and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures.

* May perform cleaning and related activities in areas outside of buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment to remove snow or debris or sweeping sidewalks or stairs; wash interior or easily accessible exterior windows.

* May move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools; may operate high-pressure washer.

This is not intended to be an exclusive list of all duties and responsibilities. Related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

* High school graduate or equivalent.

* Physical ability to do required work.

* Six months' full-time experience in custodial work.

* Ability to read, write and understand English.

* Or, if you do not meet one or more of qualifications listed above but have an applicable combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Custodial experience with large institution custodial standards and requirements.

* Self-discipline and self-motivation.

* Ability to work with college staff in a pleasant and productive manner.

* Possess a basic understanding of computer skills, particularly word processing and e-mail.

* Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

* Demonstrated ability to use exceptional communication and interpersonal skills demonstrating professionalism, empathy, diplomacy, discretion and integrity in interactions with diverse constituencies.

* Diversity, equity and inclusion:
Demonstrated competency and experience working in a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, gender and racial/ethnic backgrounds and those with physical, emotional and/or learning disabilities.

* Professionalism:
Approach others in a tactful manner, react well under pressure, treat others with respect and consideration and follow through on commitments.

* Ability to assess situations, exercise independent judgement, resolve issues and coordinate with IT support services when technical issues arise.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment:

The current vacancy is a full-time, overtime and benefit eligible position expected to begin as soon as possible. The starting salary hiring range is $38,340 annually ($18.36 per hour) to $42,780 annually ($20.49 per hour) with periodic increases and earning potential to $50,512 annually plus shift differential pay of $435 per month.. Hours and days may change depending on the needs of the college.

The list established by this recruitment will be active for a minimum of three months and be used to fill other custodian 1 positions as needed.

Your paycheck is just part of the total compensation package. There is an outstanding benefits package which is worth an additional value…