Custodial Worker I - Biscayne Bay Campus

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami is seeking a Custodian to clean various building spaces, manage supplies, and respond to custodial needs. The role requires PPE use, proper handling of cleaning equipment, and adherence to safety guidelines.

The shift runs from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM. Candidates must have at least a 9th-grade education and be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. The advertised salary is $33,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Completion of the ninth (9th) grade.

Responsibilities

• Cleans all types of building spaces and surfaces following proper procedures and safety guidelines.
• Replenishes supplies (paper products, soap, seat covers) and handles waste/recyclables.
• Operates cleaning equipment and performs heavy cleaning tasks as required.
• Maintains and organizes custodial closets and carts; reports deficiencies and equipment issues.
• Responds to emergencies and participates in weekend rotation or overtime as needed.

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

• Cleans all types of building spaces and surfaces. Cleans by following and/or using the proper cleaning procedures, guidelines, chemicals, tools, supplies and equipment for each specific area and task. Is responsible for the proper use of Master Keys & Individual Keys which provide access to specific and assigned areas throughout the University using the Key Watcher Lockbox. Replenishes supplies such as paper products, soap and seat covers. Collects and transports refuse including solid waste and recyclables. Cleans and relines containers with plastic bags as required. Cleans high places using ladders when necessary. Reports and responds to emergency calls for custodial assistance. Uses personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required and/or as instructed and follows all safety rules and guidelines. Adheres to and follows written daily task routine schedule unless otherwise instructed by the immediate supervisor. Reports any custodial or maintenance deficiencies to the immediate supervisor.
• Vacuums, cleans, sweeps, mops, waxes, scrubs, burnishes and polishes floors, fixtures and surfaces. Operates all types of cleaning equipment, floor care equipment, and specialized cleaning equipment. Does all types of heavy project cleaning using above mentioned cleaning methods and equipments, such as but not limited to floor stripping and waxing, polishing, sports flooring maintenance, heavy restrooms cleaning, carpet shampooing and extraction, spot removal, and pressure cleaning. Cleans any other item and/or area as deemed necessary and as instructed.
• Keeps adjoining patios, courtyards, breezeways, walkways, balconies, staircases in and around buildings clean. Keeps outside building area within 10 feet of building clean and free of all types of litter.
• Maintains and cleans assigned custodial closet. Responsible for complete cleaning of custodial cart at end of shift. Properly handles all tools and supplies. Stores and organizes all supplies and shelves neatly. Ensures the custodial closet remains organized and clean and fully stocked including floor signs and emergency equipment if required such as wet-vacs. Responsible for cleaning all equipment used during the shift. Completes and turns in daily report to immediate supervisor. Reports to supervisor when equipment is not working properly or in need of repair.
• Performs essential duties during any emergencies, such as hurricanes, storms and/or any other University emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during University emergency closings with appropriate notification by department administrator. Participates in weekend rotation and may be required to work overtime as needed during events, emergency, and special projects beyond regular hours and regular schedule, based on department needs.
• Performs general emergency duties connected to any and all aspects of related work such as but not limited to hurricane protection, water and/or fire damage and other types of emergencies requiring custodial assistance. Performs other related duties as required or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of the ninth (9th) grade.

Departmental Requirements

• Employees assigned to handle biomedical waste must comply with all applicable safety and health protocols. This includes receiving the Hepatitis B (HEPB) vaccination as a condition of performing these duties, unless a formal declination waiver is completed in accordance with established guidelines. Employees are also required to participate in all training related to the safe handling and disposal of biomedical waste.

Job Category

• Staff

Advertised Salary

• $33,000

Work Schedule

• Begin time: 4:00 PM
• End time: 12:30 AM

Working Condition(s)

• Hazardous Chemicals
• Manual Materials Handling
• Needs personal protective equipment for the job
• Operating University Vehicles (all types)

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver's License Check

Other Information

• Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals, liquid, solid waste and soiled material.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University
• May be required to work on University holidays.
• Shift may vary according to departmental needs.

How To Claim Vet Preference

Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:

• Veterans with a VA service‑connected disability
• Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service‑connected disability
• Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
• Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service‑connected disability
• A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.

Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.

If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305‑348‑2500.

For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affiant? All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other legally protected basis. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Title IX and EEO Compliance (TITLEIX) at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact the Office of Universal Access and Digital Compliance at 305-348-1576 or [e-mail]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to UADC at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.