Custodian 1

Southwestern University; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas seeks a Custodian I to perform routine cleaning and custodial duties across campus. The role ensures clean, safe, and orderly facilities under the Manager of Custodial Services.

Responsibilities include restroom cleaning, trash removal, surface polishing, and equipment upkeep. Qualifications emphasize cleaning knowledge, reliability, safety compliance, and the ability to work various shifts, including weekends or holidays.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of cleaning practices and the use of custodial chemicals, tools, and equipment.
• Possess the applications of tact, diplomacy, sensitivity, and confidentiality.
• Possess honesty and dependability.
• Ability to understand and comply with University safety regulations and safety programs.
• Ability to follow and carry out work assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to work any shift (day, night, weekends, holidays) and both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning and custodial duties to maintain campus areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Clean lavatories, toilets, fountains, glass, mirrors, replace paper towels, tissue, soap, and trash liners as appropriate.
• Polish furniture and surfaces, maintain supplies, and secure buildings as needed.
• Move heavy furniture and equipment; participate in safety training.
• Inspect and report defects and wear on facilities; assist other departments as needed.

Job description

About Us

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

About Us

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences. At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Manager of Custodial Services, the Custodian I performs routine cleaning and custodial duties to maintain assigned campus areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.

DUTIES

• Maintain any and all buildings and assignments as assigned by the Manager of Custodial Services either directly or through a Lead Custodian.
• Preform duties to include, but not limited to the following:
  • Clean, Mop, dust, vacuum, and in general maintain the cleanliness level of an assigned area.
  • Clean lavatories, toilets, fountains, glass, mirrors, etc. Replace paper towels, tissue, soap, body soap, and trash liners as appropriate.
  • Clean vents, fixtures, and doors; polish furniture, wood surfaces, railing, windowsills, and other surfaces.
  • Maintain custodial supplies, equipment, and closets in a neat and organized manner and in working order.
  • Empty and clean wastepaper receptacles inside and outside entries.
  • Police for trash and debris outside around assigned buildings daily.
  • Turn lights off or on and secure the building as necessary.
  • Perform special projects such as cleaning windows, hardscape, mold remediation, and care of floors and walls.
• Safeguard keys and University property.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Move heavy furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment as directed.
• Participate in Safety training program.
• Perform Other duties as assigned.
• Inspect and maintain equipment used and determine needs for repairs before and after use.
• Observe and report to Manager of Custodial Services and/or Lead, any and all defects, deterioration. and wear and tear on the facilities or through work order system.
• Could be directed to assist other departments, with approved training.

Qualifications

Job related experience and skills

• General knowledge of cleaning practices and the use of custodial chemicals, tools, and equipment and supplies.
• Possess the applications of tact, diplomacy, sensitivity, and confidentiality.
• Possess the characteristics of honesty and dependability.
• Ability to understand and willing comply with the University's safety regulations and safety related programs.
• Ability to exercise flexibility regarding changing priorities.
• Ability to follow and carry out work assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to work any shift day, night, weekends, and/or holidays. Ability to work independently, without close supervision, and also as a member of a team.
• Ability and willingness to work longer hours and/or weekends when emergencies arise, events, and/or deadlines must be met.
• Ability to read. write, and follow instructions or be able to request Ora' instructions.
• Ability to read and understand product warning labels and directions for use of cleaning supplies and cleaning equipment or be able to request oral instructions.
• Ability to attend work consistently and maintain a regular work schedule.
• Comply with safety Programs.

Physical/Mental

• Ability to reach. twist, bend, stoop, stand, kneel. handle, push/pull, and lift.
• Ability to carry up to. 501bs.
• Ability to hear, see, and speak.
• Ability to work in all buildings or out of the doors in all weather conditions.
• Have knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community.

Further preferred qualifications which are also desirable for performing the listed duties

• Educational:
  • High school diploma or GED.
• Experience and job-related skills:
  • 3 years custodial experience

*Possess a valid Texas driver's license in good standing with the Department of Motor Vehicles and record meets standards of the University's insurance carrier.

Additional Information

Starting hourly salary: $15.00 per hour. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting hourly wage.

All individuals hired are required to complete the federal employment eligibility verification process as required by applicable law.

Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.

Southwestern University is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].

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