Custodial Services Attendant I

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University on the Downtown Campus seeks a Custodian to perform daily cleaning of facilities, offices, classrooms and restrooms. The role covers floor care, including stripping, finishing, burnishing and carpet care; duties may include periodic maintenance tasks as assigned by the Assistant Supervisor Facilities Services.

This position is located in a non-smoking work area with opportunities to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required, in a team environment that values reliability

Qualifications

• No prior experience or training required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous custodial experience preferred
• Computer literacy beneficial

Responsibilities

• Lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 45 lbs, up and down stairs and throughout the work area.
• Climb ladders up to 6' in height and flights of stairs.
• Operate commercial cleaning machinery including rotary buffers, vacuum cleaners, pressure washers, extractors, and blowers.
• Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions with simple diagrams.
• Work independently or in group tasks.
• Maintain good communications and personal relations.
• Mandatory use of two-way radios.
• Willingness to work late evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Lifting up to 45 lbs

Ladder work

Operates cleaning equipment

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rotary buffers

Vacuum cleaners

Pressure washers

Extractors

Blowers

Two-way radios

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Description

Performs the daily work of cleaning facilities, grounds, and equipment for various buildings on the Downtown Campus. Responsible for the detailed cleaning of offices, classrooms and public rest rooms. Performs all cleaning functions in relation to floor care (stripping, finishing, burnishing, scrubbing, carpet shampooing, bonnet cleaning etc.). Duties also include daily scripted work and periodic maintenance assignments from the Assistant Supervisor Facilities Services. Position is located in a non-smoking work area.

Job Description

Performs the daily work of cleaning facilities, grounds, and equipment for various buildings on the Downtown Campus. Responsible for the detailed cleaning of offices, classrooms and public rest rooms. Performs all cleaning functions in relation to floor care (stripping, finishing, burnishing, scrubbing, carpet shampooing, bonnet cleaning etc.). Duties also include daily scripted work and periodic maintenance assignments from the Assistant Supervisor Facilities Services. Position is located in a non-smoking work area.

Responsibilities

• Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 45 lbs., up and down stairs and throughout the work area


• Ability to climb ladders up to 6' in height and flights of stairs


• Ability to operate commercial cleaning machinery including but not limited to rotary buffers, vacuum cleaners, pressure washers, man lifts, extractors, and blowers


• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions with simple diagrams


• Ability to work independently and perform well with group assigned tasks


• Position requires good communications and personal relations skills


• Position requires mandatory use of two-way radios


• Ability and willingness to work late evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday working hours

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

Preferred Qualification

• No prior experience or training required.


• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Previous Custodial Experience Preferred

• Computer literacy

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at [e-mail] .