Custodian/Senior Custodian I

Davita Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the building services sector is seeking a Custodian/Senior Custodian I. The role involves general cleaning, maintenance, and inspection of various campus spaces, ensuring a clean and safe environment. Candidates must have four years of relevant experience and be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Institutional retirement plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of experience in cleaning methods and materials.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Experience with safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the thorough cleaning and maintenance of facilities.
• Loading and unloading shipments (e.g., furniture, supplies).
• Setting up for special events.

Skills

Understanding and communication of instructions

Ability to work in teams

Knowledge of cleaning methods

Job description

Title:
Custodian/Senior Custodian I

Department:
Building Services

Reports To:
Custodial Foreperson or Supervisor

Position Type:
Staff

Position Summary:
Under the
leadership of the Custodian Foreperson or other supervisor designated by the
Director of Building Services , is responsible for the general cleaning, maintenance
and inspection of all spaces including but not limited to offices, labs,
hallways, auditoriums, restrooms, building interiors, exterior entrances or
overhangs and steps, gymnasium, cafeteria, classrooms and furniture. Assists in loading and unloading of furniture,
equipment and supply deliveries to and from the campus and between campus
buildings. Assists in setting up all
special events. Maintains a safe, clean
and orderly work area and performs all work in a safe manner.

Essential Functions:
Maintenance/Cleaning: Responsible for thoroughly cleaning all University
facilities; including but not limited to: Washing, scrubbing, shampooing, sweeping, dusting and polishing of
floors, ceilings, walls, carpeting, tile, light fixtures, woodwork, furniture
and office equipment, entrance exteriors, overhangs, steps, building interiors,
cafeteria, living quarters, hallways, gymnasiums, auditoriums, labs,
classrooms, restrooms and all other building areas. Collecting and removing all trash and
recyclables and disposing of at proper disposal site. Replenishing supplies in the restrooms (ex. paper
towels, toilet paper, soap, etc.). Emptying
all waste receptacles and ashtrays. Mopping
up any wet areas that may occur (ex. bad weather, liquid spill, etc.). Assisting, when necessary, in shoveling snow
and removing ice from the building exterior or other areas. Operating mechanical cleaning equipment. Following oral and written work instructions. Utilizing a fountain brush with telescoping
extension pole handle or tucker brush when required. Operating different types of movable support
mechanisms, ranging from conventional ladders to rolling scaffolds and
hydraulic or electric lifts, when required. Turning out all lights and closing and locking all windows if the areas
that they are assigned are unoccupied after the completion of their work. Replacement of any burned out light bulbs and
fuses within fixtures with the use of a screwdriver or other appropriate tools
to access bulbs and fuses when needed. Inspect
work areas to ensure safe and clean and to maintain quality control.

Deliveries: Responsible for the unloading and loading of
shipments (ex. Furniture, printed material, equipment, etc.) and delivery of
those shipments to the proper area. Additionally, responsible for pick up and deliveries of items including
but not limited to furniture, supplies, and mail. Includes, but not limited to physical tasks
such as lifting, carrying and walking. Will safeguard the confidentiality of university
personnel records, files, fiscal data, correspondence and similar confidential
materials.

Additional Functions:
-Will adhere to the university's safety policies and
procedures and maintain the campus and their work areas in a safe, clean,
well-groomed and maintained condition. Will have general knowledge of safety precautions and of potential
hazardous conditions. Will report any
unsafe conditions or any damage to equipment or buildings, to their supervisor
or manager.
-Set-up for all special events, open house, graduation, etc.
-Performs other related duties as required and when
instructed.

Prerequisite Qualifications:
-Minimum of Four
(4) years of experience in cleaning methods, materials and equipment or other
related experience. Must be able to work
well with others.
-Must possess
the ability to understand and communicate oral and written instructions.
-Ability to
work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and overtime. Ability to respond as an "Essential Employee" of the State.
-At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Bargaining Unit:
AFSCME

Range/Band:
8/9

Salary Information:
In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the annual base salary range for the Custodian position is $32,105.00-$ 40,733.00 and the annual base salary range for the Senior Custodian I position is $38,069.00-$50,930.00. NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefits NJIT offers for this position, please visit our benefits page: https://hr.njit.edu/health-benefits.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Full-Time