Custodian

About the role

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school campus or other assigned college facility; maintain buildings and surrounding areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition. General supervision is received from the Manager of Housekeeping. Functional supervision is received from the Housekeeping Supervisor. No supervision is exercised.

Responsibilities

• Perform general custodial tasks in a specific work area including trash removal, cleaning chalk boards, dry/wet mopping, strip/wax floors etc.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber
• Move furniture, file cabinets, desks, etc., as required.
• Set up furniture, stages, mats, etc., as required for special events.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; replenish dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile and windows.
• Assist and work with routine tasks as directed by supervision such as moving, plumbing, and basic repair.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed.
• Perform snow removal and perform special work assignments or clean ups as directed.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school education or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is required.
• One year of custodial experience or similar experience is necessary.
• Familiarity with methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work is required.

Requirements

• Position will require employees to have the ability to stand, walk and move for extended periods of time (Often - 75% - 100%).
• The ability to detect dirt, dust, stains and marks. (Often