Custodian II - Lawrenceville, GA

Emory University; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University’s Division of Animal Resources at ENBRC’s Lawrenceville facility seeks a Custodian to maintain clean and safe environments across the campus facilities.

The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols, with responsibilities including cleaning areas, preparing rooms for events, and supporting operations while coordinating with staff and investigators.

Qualifications

• One year of custodial work experience.
• Ability to understand and follow communicated instructions.
• May require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop, and twist.
• Able to walk up to 2 miles per day.
• May require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Internal candidates must be current with all custodial training requirements.
• External candidates have six months to complete all training.

Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned areas including furniture, telephones, fixtures, walls, windows, window sills, blinds, and vents.
• Cleans walkways, steps, and mats.
• Cleans floors with vacuum, dust mop, and wet mop.
• Uses appropriate cleaning solutions for assigned task.
• Sets up for events by arranging chairs, tables, podiums, or other furnishings based on a design layout.
• Maintains adequate supplies in bathrooms and supply closets. Collects and removes trash and recyclables.
• May dispose of hazardous waste. Uses cleaning materials and equipment as instructed and maintains an adequate stock of supplies.
• Knows and adheres to federal and state safety regulations. Adheres to all PPE requirements.
• May drive fleet vehicles and be responsible for the daily inspections and safe operations.
• May provide coaching, onboarding, and training support to others.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Custodial experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Discover Your Career at Emory University

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world‑class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Description

The Division of Animal Resources, within the Emory National Biomedical Research Center at Emory University Field Station (Lawrenceville, Georgia), is currently seeking a Custodian to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, dependable, detail‑oriented, and maintain a positive attitude. They should be a collaborative team player who is eager to learn, adaptable to new responsibilities, and willing to work effectively with coworkers and other departments across the facility. Strong verbal communication skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate professionally and efficiently with coworkers, management, principal investigators (PIs), research staff, students, and other support service personnel.

Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, Emory National Biomedical Research Center (ENBRC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, ENBRC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enbrc.emory.edu

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleans assigned areas including furniture, telephones, fixtures, walls, windows, window sills, blinds, and vents.
• Cleans walkways, steps, and mats.
• Cleans floors with vacuum, dust mop, and wet mop.
• Uses appropriate cleaning solutions for assigned task.
• Sets up for events by arranging chairs, tables, podiums, or other furnishings based on a design layout.
• Maintains adequate supplies in bathrooms and supply closets. Collects and removes trash and recyclables.
• May dispose of hazardous waste. Uses cleaning materials and equipment as instructed and maintains an adequate stock of supplies.
• Knows and adheres to federal and state safety regulations. Adheres to all PPE requirements.
• May drive fleet vehicles and be responsible for the daily inspections and safe operations.
• May provide coaching, onboarding, and training support to others.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of custodial work experience.
• Ability to understand and follow communicated instructions.
• May require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop, and twist.
• Able to walk up to 2 miles per day.
• May require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Internal candidates must be current with all custodial training requirements.
• External candidates have six months to complete all training.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work schedule is Monday through Friday 6:00AM – 2:30PM.
• Work environment involves working around biohazardous blood and tissues.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Requires the ability to bend, kneel, and/or squat.
• Requires significant walking.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Emory National Biomedical Research Center (ENBRC), in conjunction with Emory University, conducts pre‑employment screenings for all positions. These screenings may include an Information Network Associates (INA) and criminal background check, and verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. In addition, the process may include a drug screening with health assessment, and review and mandate for various vaccinations. Updated COVID-19 vaccinations may be necessary for specific research projects.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in‑person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: [phone] (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at [e-mail] or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.