Campus Service Worker (4 positions available)

General Duties

• Operates various mechanical cleaning equipment such as vacuums, buffers, carpet extractors, pressure washers, etc.
• Maintains facility in a sanitary and infection-free condition through washing, cleaning, and sanitizing surfaces.
• Disinfects high touch areas daily upon request or during seasonal issues (e.g; flu season, etc)
• Disposes of trash, waste, and other disposable materials as required.
• Cleans accessible interior and exterior windows as needed, per schedule and upon request.
• Cleans and disinfects restroom and shower facilities daily including (but not limited to); floors, wash basins, mirrors, urinals, commodes, etc.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and vacuums floors, stairwells, elevators, and related areas.
• Dusts and polishes furniture and required surfaces.
• Provides coverage to additional areas when co-workers are absent.
• Restocks paper supplies and soap in dispensers when necessary.
• Mixes and dilutes various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc.
• When necessary or when scheduled; mops, strips, and refinishes floor surfaces manually or using mechanical equipment.
• Upon request, pressure washes exterior items campus wide (including but not limited to): entryways, sidewalks, benches, windows, etc.
• Maintains inventory of cleaning agents and equipment.
• Maintains cleaning equipment.
• Locks and unlocks assigned building(s) and interior areas per schedule or when advised by supervisor.
• Cleans and maintains the sidewalk area 15 feet from exterior doors to include shoveling snow or ice and removing leaves and other debris.
• Moves furniture as needed.
• Assists in the set-up and/or tear down for special events.
• Reports any needed building repairs or safety issues to supervisor.
• Complies with all regulations such as OSHA , EPA , State Health Department, etc.

Skills & Abilities

• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to custodial work.
• Understands Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements and is familiar with location and use of SDS information.
• Ability to use hand tools as necessary.
• Prioritizes tasks making sure that jobs are properly completed on schedule.
• Analyzes and resolves problems in a manner that results in minimal downtime.
• Understands and demonstrates proper and safe operation of machinery, and usage of cleaning chemicals.
• Recognizes potential solutions to problems when they arise.
• Uses knowledge and experience to identify and ultimately solve problems that are affecting equipment/process performance.
• Punctual and dependable attendance.
• Follows through on work assignments to satisfactory completion.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Able to work in inclement weather conditions.
• Able to work in extreme hot or cold areas.
• Capable of completing assigned task with minimal supervision.
• Able to read, follow and interpret safety rules and guidelines.
• Able to stand for prolonged periods, climb, pull, and lift heavy objects (50 lbs.).
• Available to work after hours, holidays, and weekends when needed.
• Able to climb and safely work off ladders.
• Communicates well utilizing both written and oral instructions.
• Physically agile and dexterous.
• Maintains a calm demeanor in adverse situations.
• Assumes responsibilities for actions.
• Exhibits a professional work ethic.
• Understands the need for urgency with ability to prioritize.
• Relates to faculty, staff and public in a courteous manner.
• Actively participates in process improvements and exhibits good improvement process habits.