Custodian I (2nd shift)

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty University, Inc. is seeking custodial staff in Lynchburg, Virginia to maintain cleanliness and safety of facilities. Duties include daily cleaning, supply inventory, security tasks, and assisting during special events.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a positive attitude, and the ability to lift over 50 pounds. Full-time onsite positions available.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of related experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds.
• Experience with residential and/or commercial cleaning methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning and sanitizing of bathroom facilities and common areas.
• Collect and dispose of trash from all facilities.
• Lock/unlock classrooms and secure campus buildings.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The standard custodial work shift hours are as follows:

• 1st shift: 6:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
• 2nd shift: 3 p.m.–1:30 a.m. (10‑hour shift, 4 days a week, includes additional pay differential)
• 3rd shift: 10:30 p.m.–7 a.m. (includes additional pay differential)

Reports to work at required times and performs duties assigned by Custodial Supervisor including:

• Daily cleaning and sanitizing of bathroom facilities: floors, toilets, walls, partitions, sinks, mirrors, showers, windows, glass doors
• Daily cleaning of interior facility spaces: offices, halls, classrooms, labs, food service areas, common areas
• General outdoor services and maintenance: sweeping entry areas, cleaning mirrors, windows, and glass doors as needed
• Collects and disposes of trash and recyclable materials from all facilities
• Provides custodial services for scheduled and unscheduled events (may include irregular shifts such as nights, days, weekdays, weekend, holidays)
• Attends to emergency needs as required
• Safety and compliance: wears, uses, and maintains proper personal protective equipment; tracks safety data sheets, work orders, and facility forms; observes safety rules and regulations; identifies and reports safety issues, posting warning signs as needed
• Inventory management: stocks supplies in custodial closet for assigned building; identifies and reports equipment, supplies, and repairs needed
• Security: locks/unlocks classrooms as assigned; secures campus buildings daily (doors and windows)
• Floor care: completes assigned work orders (stripping, waxing, carpet cleaning)
• Special events: assists with campus graduations and other functions; monitors lobbies and restrooms during events

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Experience: 1–3 years of related experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must be able to work well with the public and co‑workers and present a positive attitude
• Clean and professional appearance
• Cordial, detailed‑oriented, self‑motivated, diligent, trustworthy, possess strong organizational skills and well‑developed communication skills
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds and perform duties of the custodial trade in typical Virginia climate and indoor/outdoor settings
• Experience with residential and/or commercial/industrial cleaning (methods and safety) preferred
• Working knowledge of safe and efficient operation of electrically and propane‑powered and manual cleaning equipment
• Willingness to be trained and follow directions
• Ability to carry out written instructions and implement tasks; ability to bend, crouch, kneel, stand, and walk for long periods of time

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

• Effective communication in verbal and written English
• Ability to understand and follow instructions, and work under limited supervision
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Flexibility regarding work assignments, routinely changing
• Logical thinking and problem‑solving with minimal guidance
• Basic knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Professional representation of the university in public and community settings
• Strong organizational skills
• Intuitive reasoning and analysis of information and events; apply judgment to solve problems of both routine and complex nature

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY ABILITIES

• Occasional travel to local and off‑campus locations
• Walk, stand on feet for 8‑hour periods; perform all essential custodial functions for an entire workday
• Bend, crouch, kneel, work on hands and knees as necessary; walk up and down stairs
• Lifting up to 50+ pounds; perform repetitive motions such as sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, wiping, scrubbing
• Operate cleaning and floor machines safely and properly
• Work with arms lifted overhead; work in dusty conditions
• Vision adequate to see dust, debris, moisture on floors and other surfaces
• Work without allergies or sensitivities to cleaning agents, odors, and products used by the facility department
• Clean, sanitize areas when sewage backs up or bodily fluid present
• Work efficiently and competently individually or as part of a team
• Work weekends, holidays, flexible daily hours, and various evening hours
• Use radio and telephone to communicate and follow written and verbal instructions

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working environment is typically climate‑controlled, interior setting that is well‑lighted with moderate noise level.

All waste and recyclable material must be removed from facilities and carried to exterior waste receptacles throughout the day, regardless of weather conditions.

Occasionally, employees must be able and willing to work in exterior, non‑climate‑controlled settings (such as athletic/special events and special projects).

Employees routinely clean demolition and construction areas that are often dusty and not climate‑controlled; strong odors present from paint, carpet, or other construction products.

Employees may be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens on occasion and may have to work on slippery floor surfaces.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

• Use of personal or university vehicle required for travel in the performance of essential functions
• Proof of a valid Virginia driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance required

TASK TYPE

Full time, Onsite.

EEO STATEMENT

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with TitleVII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes.

All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes.

The University is a Christian religious‑affiliated organization; as such, it is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions) and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.