Custodial Worker I (Housing Facilities)

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

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami is seeking entry-level Custodial Workers to support cleaning of residential halls. You will perform routine duties such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, trash disposal, and general upkeep in dormitory areas on the Modesto Maidique campus, following established procedures with supervision as needed.

Shifts start 2:00 PM and run to 10:30 PM; candidates should be able to work flexible hours, including holidays, and handle cleaning chemicals and safety

Qualifications

• Completion of the ninth (9th) grade.
• 6 months to 2 years of experience in janitorial or custodial work or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, wax, and polish floors and staircases; remove gum from surfaces.
• Clean restrooms, replenish supplies, and empty trash.
• Vacuum carpets, clean windows, dust surfaces, and move furniture as needed.
• Perform duties in residence halls and common areas; follow supervisor instructions.
• Be available for emergencies and to report to work during university closings.

Education

9th grade completion

Custodial experience 6m-2y

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

Custodial Workers are assigned responsibilities involving the care and cleaning of residential halls. This is an entry level where employees are assigned routine work involving sweeping, mopping, dusting, disposing of trash, and other simple cleaning duties.

• Performs a variety of custodial tasks performed during the day as well as at night, depending on shift. Provides custodial service and upkeep to residence hall areas inside and outside of dormitories on the Modesto Maidique campus. Work is performed in accordance with established procedures, but specific instruction may be given in unusual situations. Supervision received is general, particularly on late shifts, and work is subject to inspection by a supervisor for maintenance of established standards of cleanliness and compliance with instructions.
• Sweeps, mops, waxes and polishes floors and staircases; Removes chewing gum from surfaces. Cleans and maintains residence hall sidewalks and outside common areas. Pick up litter, empty bottles, tree and shrub trimmings, and sweep residence hall perimeter.
• Cleans restrooms and replenishes supplies. Empties all wastebaskets/trash containers within the residence halls and replaces with nylon liners.
• Vacuums and cleans carpets and floor mats; removes stains. Cleans windows, glass doors, and frames. Washes walls, woodwork, venetian blinds/window treatments. Dust informational/newspaper display racks.
• Cleans desks, dormitories, lounges, and corridor furniture. Moves furniture as required.
• Cleans guest apartments and makes beds.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
• Performs essential duties during any emergencies, such as hurricanes, storms and/or any other University emergency closing. Is expected to be available to report to work as needed during University emergency closings with appropriate notification by department administrator.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of the ninth (9th) grade.

Desired Qualifications

• 6 months to 2 years of experience in janitorial or custodial work or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Job Category

• Staff

Advertised Salary

• $33,000

Work Schedule

• Begin time: 2:00 PM
• End time: 10:30 PM

Working Condition(s)

• Confined Space Entry
• Hazardous Chemicals
• Loud Noise from Equipment/Machinery/Vibration
• Manual Materials Handling
• Needs personal protective equipment for the job
• Operating University Vehicles (all types)
• Required to work outside more than one hour per day

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Driver's License Check
• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check

Other Information

• Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals, liquid, solid waste and soiled material.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• May be required to work on University holidays.
• Shift may vary according to departmental needs.
• May be required to be On-Call as needed by the University.

How To Claim Vet Preference

• 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 Affindeative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights 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 FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or [e-mail]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.