Custodian - TLC LW7926 Tampa, FL

Stetson; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in Tampa seeks a custodian to perform a variety of custodial tasks throughout its facilities. The position requires effective communication skills, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a strong focus on maintaining cleanliness and organization. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED and have prior experience with cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience with cleaning machinery, tools, and materials.
• Valid Florida Class E driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms and common areas.
• Perform basic custodial duties at college facilities.
• Report needed repairs and maintain equipment.

Skills

Ability to establish effective relationships

Understanding and following instructions

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

To perform a wide range of custodial tasks involving the use of cleaning equipment and materials. The successful candidate will perform basic custodial duties at various College facilities and other work as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize all restroom fixtures; restock supplies; ensure all restroom fixtures are working and report those in need of repair.
• Sweep, mop, strip, seal, and finish floors.
• Vacuum and clean offices, dorms, common areas, elevators, i.e., washing, dusting, and polishing all furniture, light fixtures, vents, etc.
• Vacuum and clean entrance walk-off mats and carpets.
• Sweep and mop all stairwells, landings, and handrails.
• Remove graffiti.
• Wash out all trash receptacles.
• Wash walls, windows, doors, woodwork, lights, grid-work, mirrors, elevators, water fountains, and thresholds as directed.
• Provide a report of any needed equipment repair or unsafe conditions.
• Plan and implement projects as assigned.
• May operate power machinery, i.e., high-speed burnishing machine, single disk rotary machine, pressure washer, wet/dry vacuums, and buffers needed to maintain appearance of facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or lead worker.
• Stock bathrooms and kitchens as required and notify supervisor of stock inventory needs.
• Support events setups and coverage as assigned.

Required Skills

• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the University community.
• Must be able to understand and follow through with oral and written instructions, and to work independently.
• Must be able to lift objects weighing as much as 50 lbs.

Required Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred, Reading and writing ability at ninth-grade level required; supplemented by six (6) months of experience in and knowledge of the operating techniques of various cleaning machinery, tools and materials; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• A valid Florida Class E driver’s license is preferred.
• Subject to on-call status as needed or on-call status/recall in the event of emergencies or natural disasters affecting the College of Law.

Working Conditions: Work involves frequent walking; standing; some lifting and carrying objects of weight (50lbs.); bending, stooping, working in confined spaces; may involve the operations of equipment in whichmanipulative skills and eye-hand coordination are important ingredients of safe and/or productive operations. Work may require infrequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions; ability to work occasional overtime.Work duties may involve customer interaction. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work schedules may vary, but will involve evening hours.