Custodian 1

Southwestern University; South Carolina; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwestern University is seeking a Custodian I under the direction of the Manager of Custodial Services to perform routine cleaning and custodial duties across campus, ensuring clean, safe, and orderly conditions. The role covers cleaning of lavatories, glass, floors and surfaces; restocking supplies; reporting damages; and assisting with safety training.

The position requires flexible shifts, ability to work independently or in a team, and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 defects, deterioration, and wear and tear on facilities or through work order system.
• Could be directed to assist other departments, with approved training.

Skills

Cleaning practices

Safety awareness

Reliability

Flexibility

Read and follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning chemicals & equipment

Job description

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.

• 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.

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.

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.