Custodian I

Fortlewis; Colorado; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Custodian to ensure a clean and safe campus environment. This essential role involves maintaining facilities, supporting special events, and responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to quality service. Join a team that values adaptability and teamwork, while contributing to the educational mission of the institution. If you're passionate about creating a welcoming environment and have custodial experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial or institutional custodial work is essential.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of campus facilities and respond to emergencies.
• Perform various cleaning tasks including window washing and floor maintenance.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Active Listening Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Flexibility and Adaptability

Education

Six months of custodial experience

Job description

Pay Rate:

18.78 USD

Position Summary:

This job announcement will close 4/28/2025. All applications must be received prior to the closing in order to be considered. Applications will only be accepted through the Fort Lewis College Workday Carter site. We do not accept applications from any other online platform or social media platform.

Physical Plant Services (PPS) supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operations support, maintenance services and management of the College facilities construction programs. The Custodian Services work unit exists to provide a safe, clean and functional campus through continuous maintenance of College facilities and provide support for College events. This position exists to support the mission of the Custodial Services work unit to ensure that the buildings assigned are clean, sanitary and presentable. This is an essential services position and is expected to respond during campus emergencies.

Job Description:

Job Duties:
The duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Washing windows and chalkboards
• Cleaning and disinfecting water fountains, lab sinks and doors
• Making sure classrooms, labs, and offices are secure when appropriate
• Reporting signs of bug, insect and rodent infestation
• Spot-cleaning walls, partitions, vending machines and doors
• Sweeping outside entryways
• Cleaning telephones, dusting furniture, flat surfaces, blinds and vents
• Emptying and cleaning waste containers
• Dusting, damp mopping, vacuuming and burnishing floors
• Stripping and waxing floors
• Straightening desks and furniture when appropriate
• Shoveling snow from entryways
• Cleaning restrooms in athletic facilities
• Delivering chairs, tables and other equipment for special events on campus
• Setting up and breaking down the required equipment for events
• Inspecting and keeping all assigned areas clean, healthy and safe
• Determining the nature of and need for repair when appropriate or arranging for estimates of repairs
• Participates in required safety trainings which include but are not limited to first aid/CPR, fire extinguisher training, blood borne pathogens, PPE, slips, trips, and falls, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This job description of duties is not meant to be all inclusive. Employee may perform additional tasks as directed by the supervisor to meet the changing needs of the college.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Six months of commercial, institutional or industrial custodial experience.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets
• Reading, writing and oral comprehension
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Active listening skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time
• Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather
• Ability to respond appropriately to supervision
• Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers
• Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check as a condition of employment. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with Fort Lewis College policy.
• A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of lifting abilities.
• This is an essential services position and must be able to work during inclement weather, special events, and emergencies. If the campus is closed due to inclement weather, this position must be able to get to work on time to assist with weather emergencies.

Equal Opportunity
Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment.

ADAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone [phone] or email [e-mail] at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation.