Custodian

Navajo Technical University; Kirtland (NM); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Navajo Technical University is seeking an entry-level custodian to maintain clean, safe facilities for staff, students, and visitors on campus in Kirtland, NM. The role involves routine cleaning, disinfection, and light maintenance to meet standards of cleanliness and safety.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma (preferred), can pass background checks, and may have CPR/First Responder certification. Evening/weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; High School Diploma preferred.
• Six months of related experience preferred.
• CPR/First Responder Certification preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Background check with no felonies required.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, clean, mop, wax, and dust floors.
• Clean, disinfect, and sanitize classrooms, buildings, and offices.
• Clean toilets, restrooms, showers; restock supplies; wash windows; dust and vacuum furniture and fixtures.

Skills

HASMAT knowledge

Cleaning tools & chemicals

Safety practices

Interpersonal skills

English/Navajo communication

Education

High School Diploma (preferred)

CPR/First Responder Certification preferred

Job description

OB PURPOSE:

Performs various cleaning tasks to provide all staff, students, and visitors a safe and clean environment by maintaining standards of cleanliness, sanitation and freedom from hazards in building and grounds.

This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sweeps, cleans, mops, scrubs, waxes, and dusts floors.
• Cleans, disinfects, and sanitizes classrooms, chalkboards, buildings, hotel rooms, and offices.
• Cleans toilets, basins, showers, bathtubs, and scrubs walls; restocks restroom supplies; washes windows; dusts, cleans and vacuums furniture, fixtures doors and related furnishings by using appropriate cleaning supplies.
• Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.
• Empties trash receptacles and bags trash for proper disposal.
• Reports malfunction of bathroom fixtures, light fixtures, and/or damages to room and hall furnishings to supervisor.
• Locks and unlocks doors as directed.
• Moves furniture, equipment or fixtures as required.
• Operates and maintains electric floor machines, snow blowers, industrial vacuums, carpet shampooing equipment and upholstery shampooing equipment.
• Cleans, refinishes and maintains a variety of floor coverings.
• Transports custodial supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• N/A

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• This is an entry-level position. High School Diploma preferred.
• Six months of related experience is preferred.
• CPR/First Responder Certification preferred.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies.

The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets/HASMAT.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices.
• Skill in the use of cleaning tools, chemicals, cleaners, and disinfectants.
• Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the Navajo and English language.
• Ability to safely use cleaning products and safely operate cleaning equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to learn the methods of cleaning and caring for buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Ability to work as a team member in a structured working environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand for prolonged periods, walk and sit.
• Use hands for dexterity of motion.
• Stoop, bend, kneel or crouch.
• Have normal auditory, visual acuity, and verbal communications skills.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is generally performed in office setting and an outdoors environment.
• Exposure to dust, chemicals, blood borne pathogens, variances in temperature, and equipment with moving parts.
• Exposure to natural weather conditions, various dusts and mists, and normal debris and hazards common at sites may occur while performing outdoor duties.
• Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.
• Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.