Building Services Assistant (Multiple Positions Available)

Denison University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Denison University in North Carolina is seeking a dedicated custodian to perform routine cleaning and maintenance across campus buildings. You will mop floors, dust furnishings, and assist with event setup as needed.

This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, read instructions, follow safety guidelines, and work well with faculty, staff, and students. Previous cleaning experience is a plus, and a willingness to work flexible hours is important.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read labels, MSDS and other work-related materials.
• Willingness to work as directed; related experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Mop, sweep and scrub floors and other surfaces.
• Clean and dust furniture, fixtures, windows, doors and display cases.
• Move and rearrange common area furniture and student room furnishings.
• Change light bulbs and clean diffusers and glass surfaces; may use ladders up to 12 feet.
• May perform cleaning with 20–30 foot ladders for higher areas.
• Clean and service restrooms and shower rooms.
• Collect and dispose of trash, waste, and recyclables.
• Operate vacuum and cleaning equipment for floor maintenance.
• Move supplies and equipment as directed; assist with event setups.
• Snow removal from steps and walks; lock/unlock doors as directed.
• Report repairs and request supplies; provide equipment maintenance.
• Interact with faculty, staff, and visitors in a courteous, professional manner.

Skills

Follow instructions

Read labels and MSDS

Willingness to follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Perform duties required for the routine cleaning and maintenance of university buildings. May assist with special events and moving support.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Include:

• Mop, sweep and scrub floors and other surfaces.

• Clean and dust furniture, fixtures, windows, doors, display cases, trim and related furnishings.

• Move and rearrange common area furniture in buildings and furniture in student rooms.

• Change light bulbs, clean diffusers, clean windows and other glass surfaces, which require the use of 12’ ladders.

• May perform cleaning requiring use of 20’ and 30’ extension ladders.

• Clean and service restrooms and shower rooms.

• Collect and dispose of trash, waste, and recyclable materials.

• Perform cleaning services for maintenance of all floor surfaces, using a vacuum cleaner and other equipment.

• Move supplies, miscellaneous equipment, and furnishings as directed.

• Sweep or shovel snow from steps and walks at building entrances and connecting walks.

• Lock and unlock doors to building, classrooms, lecture rooms, offices, etc., as directed.

• Report all items that require repair and request needed supplies.

• Provide operator type maintenance on equipment.

• Interact with faculty, students, staff, and visitors in a helpful, courteous, and professional manner.

• Perform other duties as required.

• Some assignments require the ability to operate automatic scrubbers, buffers, and other power equipment to clean, renovate and renew all floor surfaces (e.g. carpet, ceramic, terrazzo) and support cleaning operations in all university buildings.

• Occasionally assist with the transport, set-up, and removal of equipment, furnishings, and items used by special programs, events, and university operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires some High school.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Must be able to read labels, instructions, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and other work-related materials.

• Willingness to work as directed. Related experience is desirable.

Physical Demands:

Working conditions require frequent standing, bending, stooping, walking up and down stairs, and the ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds. May require assisting with moving and lifting of more than 50 pounds for special events. Working conditions require frequent standing, bending, stooping, walking up and down stairs, and the ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds. May require assisting with moving and lifting of more than 50 pounds for special events. Ability to work independently and with others in a team environment. Provide customer service support.