Custodian

About the role

Villanova University is a Catholic institution sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The position is available to internal and external applicants.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and dispose of trash, including the proper handling of recyclable materials.
• Dusts, sweeps, and/or dry mops.
• Wet mops and/or spot mops.
• Operates walk-behind or ride-on floor machines, wet vacs, and carpet extractors.
• Cleans glass: all inside areas that can be safely reached, including entrance glass, inside and out.
• Sanitizes washrooms, showers, and toilet facilities (dormitories only).
• Fills all dispensers in restrooms.
• Vacuums and cleans carpets and walk-off mats.
• Washes walls, woodwork, light fixtures, inside of windows, and other glass.
• Removes snow and ice and cleans and/or picks up debris, such as leaves and paper, around entrances and fire exits (including fire escapes [dormitories only]) from the steps, and from the steps and walkways (generally distanced of ten feet or less) leading to buildings.
• Reports to immediate supervisor or to work control damage and/or malfunction of equipment observed within assigned areas.
• Performs other duties assigned within the normal scope of the department’s responsibilities and the individual’s capabilities.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written directions.
• Ability to interact with customers (students, faculty, administration), co-workers, and supervisors in a positive and helpful manner.
• Must be able to climb ladders, to bend and reach, and to lift (up to 60 lbs.).

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

• Must be able to climb ladders, bend and reach, and lift up to 60 lbs.