Custodian, 2nd Shift

Indiana University; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated custodian to maintain a clean and safe environment on campus. This role involves cleaning various facilities, securing buildings, and supporting the overall well-being of the university community. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to quality service. Join a vibrant team where your contributions directly impact the learning environment for thousands of students. This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a difference in their community.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance paid by IU

Paid time off plans

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications

• General knowledge at the high school level required.
• 6 months custodial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans floors, restrooms, and windows using various methods.
• Locks and secures buildings, reports abnormalities.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including snow removal.

Skills

Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner

Proficient communication skills

Time management and priority setting skills

Knowledge of cleaning procedures and equipment

Ability to interact with diverse cultures

Ability to perform medium to heavy physical effort

Education

General knowledge at the high school level

Tools

Standard cleaning equipment

Job description

The IU Northwest Facilities Services is a member of the University Community, maintains the physical environment and provides services to support the University in reaching its goal of excellence in education and public service. We promote well-being through an attractive and convenient environment conducive to learning. We provide service to our customers at the University and surrounding community in an efficient and timely fashion. We keep our buildings and grounds attractive, safe, clean and functioning properly.
1 of 7 campuses of Indiana University, IU Northwest is located in metropolitan Northwest Indiana, approximately 30 miles southeast of Chicago and 10 miles from the Indiana Dunes National Park. The campus has a wide variety of students approximately 3,500 degree-seeking students and 1,800 dual credit students and has been recognized by the Department of Education as a minority and Hispanic serving institution.

Job Summary

• Cleans floors, ramps, and stairs by sweeping, wet mopping/dust mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them. Services, cleans, and supplies restrooms. Gathers and empties recycling and trash. Cleans and polishes fixtures. Replaces light bulbs. Cleans windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees. Mixes water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Dusts furniture, walls, machines, and equipment. Steam cleans or shampoos carpets. Strips, seals, finishes, and polishes floors. Cleans, replaces, and hangs blinds, drapes, and entrance mats. Collects and delivers soiled items.
• Clears sidewalks, drives, and adjacent areas. Shovels snow.
• Locks, unlocks, and secures buildings. Maintains awareness of building sand facilities, reports abnormalities or security concerns. Identifies and reports needed building repairs.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.

Qualifications

EDUCATION
Required

• General knowledge at the high school level

WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred

• 6 months custodial experience
• 6 months experience working in an educational, higher education, or public environment

SKILLS
Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and equipment and have ability to operate and use standard cleaning equipment and materials. Some knowledge of standard kitchen practices and sanitation methods (for positions in food service facility)
• Ability to follow safe work practices in biohazard and/or hazardous waste clean-up (i.e. blood borne pathogens; toxic, reactive, explosive and ignitable laboratory wastes, corrosive wastes from cleaning operations; other miscellaneous wastes from across campus). May involve training and tests in hazardous waste management
• Ability to interact and communicate with a wide variety of people
• Ability to perform work that requires medium to heavy physical effort
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to work in team environment
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Available to work during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus.

Work Location

IU Northwest Campus
Gary, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$15.00 per hour

Work Hours

2nd Shift Custodian
Monday - Friday: 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM Central time.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

Career Level: Foundational
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility
Job Family: Custodial
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