Custodian

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sweep, mop and scrub floors, stairs (inside and outside buildings) and other surfaces.
• Must keep all dispensers appropriately filled.
• Use light and heavy (industrial type) floor machines and attachments.
• Scrub, strip and wax floors using heavy (industrial type) powered scrubber and buffers.
• Vacuum rugs/carpets in offices and public areas.
• Shampoo rugs/carpets periodically using heavy vacuum cleaner and rug shampooing machine.
• Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, pictures, door trim and chalkboards.
• Clean, equipment and scrubbers and change brushes, pads, rollers, buffers and other attachments.
• Wash window sills, glass in corridor doors, and clean blinds.
• Clean and service lavatories, toilet rooms and restrooms.
• Collect trash and debris and place in collection area for removal by Facilities personnel.
• Replace liners in wastebaskets and trash containers.
• Move heavy furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment, as directed.
• Submit workorders for needed repairs (doors, door checks, furniture lights, faucets, etc.).
• Must adhere to all safety standards and work practices established by Facilities Management.
• Perform a number of special projects related to various aspects of Facilities Management.
• Complete and/or maintain department records and forms relating to the custodial operation.
• Conduct routine building inspections to assess needs.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb ladders, move and/or push/pull equipment.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be dependable, punctual and have a good attendance record.
• Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends, when required.