Custodian

Methodist University; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution seeks a committed Custodial Staff member in Fayetteville, NC. This entry-level role covers the cleanliness of the facilities, ensuring a positive image of the University. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, using industrial cleaning equipment, and maintaining various areas. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preference for experience in institutional cleaning. Flexibility in work hours is essential, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to comprehend cleaning techniques and implement them effectively.
• Experience in cleaning in an institutional environment is a plus.
• Must maintain effective working relationships with teammates and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop and scrub floors and stairs.
• Use light industrial floor machines for cleaning.
• Wash windows, glass surfaces, and interior walls as needed.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Safety precautions

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Light industrial floor machines

Job description

Methodist University Location - Fayetteville, NC 28311 Overview Position Type: Full Time Staff Description

JOB SUMMARY

Serves as a custodial team member responsible for the cleanliness of facilities that influence image and perception of the University. Follows directives of the custodial supervisors or housekeeping department officials responsible for the coordination and accomplishment of facility housekeeping operations or under the direct supervision of employees in a higher classification; perform duties in accordance with established standards and instruction.

Hours and shifts may vary based on need, must be flexible. Must be able to work weekends.

Although this is an entry-level position, the role requires a high level of commitment and pride in work being performed. The daily activities include but are not limited to: following 7-step cleaning methods, adjusting cleaning techniques to meet the cleanliness standard, changing assignments, and interacting with teammates, students, staff and faculty professionals.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Sweep, mop and scrub floors, stairs (interior) and other surfaces.
2. Use light (industrial type) floor machines and attachments.
3. Vacuum rugs in offices and public areas.
4. Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, pictures, door trim and chalk/white boards.
5. Wash window sills, glass in corridor doors, glass countertops, etc.
6. Wash glass and trim in entrance doors.
7. Wash and/or clean interior wall spaces by hand or with powered wall washing machine, working on ladders and scaffolding, as required.
8. Clean and service lavatories, toilet rooms and rest rooms.
9. Collect and place in containers or plastic bags trash and debris, place trash in collection area for removal by grounds team or designated personnel.
10. Replace liners in wastebaskets and trash containers.
11. Move/shift heavy (50lbs or less) furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment, as directed.
12. Report items that need repair (doors, door checks, furniture lights, faucets, etc.).
13. Respond to/remedy emergent/intermittent requests, i.e. water/plumbing issues, mold/mildew remediation using special equipment and products.
14. Prepare venues for campus events, i.e. restrooms, auditorium, gymnasium, student center, seasonal athletics, academic facilities, etc.
15. Perform related duties, as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Transporting moderately heavy items, at times, to and from labs.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High School/GED or the equivalent required. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Cleaning in an institutional environment is a plus. Applicant must be able to furnish work/character references.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Cleaning methods, materials and equipment
• Hazards and safety precautions related to general maintenance and custodial activities.

ABILITY TO

• To comprehend and implement techniques provided through training sessions and/or feedback from department leadership.
• Clean and care for assigned areas and equipment.
• Read and write English to carry out oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Lift/move heavy cleaning equipment.
• Work weekends in addition to regular work week based on university activities and cleaning requirements. It is a condition of employment.