Custodian

Eastern New Mexico University; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern New Mexico University is looking for custodians to maintain cleanliness and provide general maintenance of buildings. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent; prior experience is not required.

This role includes various tasks such as cleaning floors, bathrooms, and common areas, as well as managing supplies and equipment. However, candidates must have the capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and comply with safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• No previous work experience is necessary.
• Must have the ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning in all areas of a building and floor areas.
• Clean bathrooms and refill supplies.
• Collect trash and empty into designated areas.
• Lock and unlock doors as required.
• Clean porches, entrances, and windows of buildings.
• Serve as on-call personnel to assist in emergency cleanup.

Skills

Ability to follow oral and written directions

Ability to observe and use safe working conditions

Ability to use and care for janitorial supplies, chemicals, and equipment

Ability to use a 6ft ladder

Ability to lift and carry equipment and furniture

Ability to operate a buffer and small tools

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

Position Summary: Under immediate supervision and direction, custodians perform custodial work for the general maintenance of university buildings and related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning in all areas of a building and floor areas such as vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and buffing.
• Clean bathrooms and refill supplies.
• Collect trash from receptacles and empty into designated areas.
• Lock and unlock doors as required.
• Clean porches, entrances, and windows of buildings.
• Clean, store, and perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Serve as on-call personnel to assist in emergency clean up.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements: High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. No previous work experience is necessary. Must have the ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.

• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to observe and use safe working conditions.
• Ability to use and care for janitorial supplies, chemicals, and equipment.
• Ability to use a 6ft ladder.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and furniture regularly.
• Ability to operate a buffer, small tools, and other equipment related to custodial duties.

Physical Demand and Working Conditions

• Work is performed predominantly inside with some outside work.
• Work involves exposure to hazardous conditions with fumes, odors, and toxic situations.
• Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.
• Work requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, job knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.

Additional Information

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Title IX/IPRA. Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone]. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore, ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either [e-mail], [phone], or Quay Hall Office 109, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for inspection of public records should be sent to [e-mail]. For any other inquiries, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or e-mail [e-mail].