Janitor

Duties Description

Performs a variety of cleaning tasks and care of an assigned area including mopping, washing, dusting, polishing, cleaning and setting up of furniture and equipment.

Performs repairs and recurrent routine maintenance work requiring handyman abilities.

• Supervise Cleaners
• Respond to building issues and perform basic unskilled maintenance
• Submit work orders for building repairs requiring emiskilled or skilled trade staff
• Order and restock cleaning supplies
• Distribute and collect keys

Additional Responsibilities

• Requisitions and dispenses household supplies such as paper towels and soaps
• Reports damages or needed maintenance repair in assigned area for which a higher repair capability is needed

Qualifications

• Non-competitive position
• Must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and to communicate verbally for the purpose of exchanging information
• Working knowledge of the use of small hand tools
• Working knowledge of the properties of various cleaning substances
• Valid driver’s license to operate a vehicle in NYS
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to use various cleaning equipment and products
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend and stretch for long periods of time
• Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor
• Ability to verbally communicate for the purpose of exchanging information
• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds and a willingness to be trained on lifts and machinery
• Ability to supervise a small staff

Additional Comments

The initial assignment for this position is Monday to Friday 5 PM -1 AM with Saturday and Sunday pass days.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be deemed a university essential employee.

The employee in this position must be willing to go through respiratory fit program and be successful in the use of respirator equipment.

The successful candidate for this position must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position satisfactorily.

Since the activities of other employees depend upon the performance of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that the employer will consider when filling this vacancy.