Custodial Worker 2

Ohio State University; Ohio; On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off & holidays

State retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH is seeking a Custodial Worker 2 to support the Student Life Environmental Services team. The role covers cleaning and maintaining dining facilities, residence halls, offices and other buildings across campus.

Typical hours are 3:00 pm–11:30 pm with weekend work required. The position may require travel between facilities and a background check during the offer process. Training is provided, including CMI Basic Module during probation.

Qualifications

• Six months in Custodial Worker 1 title or equivalent experience
• Successful completion of department specific, advanced custodian certification testing (e.g., CMI, 3M, S.M.A.R.T. Program)
• Background check required

Responsibilities

• Perform project work including hard floor refinishing and maintenance
• Clean dining facilities, offices and public areas daily
• Operate basic electrical cleaning equipment and move furniture
• Report damage or theft and respond to emergencies
• Travel between facilities as needed

Skills

Custodial experience

Certification testing

Background check

Basic math & reading

Tools

Carpet extractor

Floor burnisher/buffer

Walk-behind scrubber

Ride-on scrubber

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Title

Custodial Worker 2 Department: Student Life | Environmental Services

Ohio Union

Job Description

The Custodial Worker 2 complete assigned project work that will assist the Student Life Environmental Services Department in providing a clean and safe environment in and around assigned Student Life Dinning Facilities and Residence Halls, offices and other properties for student residents, guests and staff of The Ohio State University. This position will specialize in project work consisting of hard floor surface refinishing, hard floor maintenance and special cleaning, carpet cleaning, and upholstery cleaning as well as responsible for day-to-day cleaning and other housekeeping duties involved with special dining operations; cleans rooms, break rooms, dining facility areas, offices and public areas; cleans most flat surfaces, furniture, windows, vents, and light fixtures; may count, issue, and receive linen; operates basic electrical cleaning equipment; maintains floors and carpets; moves furniture; removes trash; clears snow; cleans building entrances and walkways; reports any damage or theft discovered in work area; may be asked to respond to emergencies; climbs ladders and scaffolding; This operation functions 7 days a week; this position is required to travel between multiple facilities basis on business needs; this position will be may be required to work in any Environmental Services department/building from district to district per operational needs; The Custodial Worker 2 must successfully complete and pass the CMI Basic Module training and exam during their probationary period-failure to do so may result in probationary removal.

Schedule

Typical hours will be 3:00 pm -11:30 pm; weekend work required.

Qualifications

• Per CCS specifications
• Six months in Custodial Worker 1 title or equivalent experience
• Documentation of successful completion of department specific, advanced custodian certification testing (examples include Cleaning Management Institute, 3M(TM), S.M.A.R.T. Program, or other certification program recognized in the cleaning industry as reputable)
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and to read and write common vocabulary plus
• Requires successful completion of a background check

Desired Experience

• Experience (1 year) of institutional or large facility cleaning
• Experience (1 year) in operation of carpet extractor, floor burnisher/buffer, walk behind or ride-on auto scrubber, and/or various other types of cleaning equipment
• Ability to lift and/or move furniture
• Ability to lift 25 to 75 pounds

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $17.05 - $21.31 based on experience. This position is eligible for evening and shift premiums as applicable.

Location & Position Details

Location: Ohio Union (0161)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: Second Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you'll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you're part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence - and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America's leading academic health centers. We're a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.