FOR INTERNAL BIDDING ONLY E&G Custodial Worker 1 - 1st shift

Kutztown; Kutztown, Northern (Berks County, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Kutztown University is seeking a custodian for an emergency essential position. The role involves cleaning tasks with custodial supplies and modern equipment, and may require moving heavy furniture. The work follows a set routine and is subject to inspection for cleanliness standards.

Hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00–15:00, totaling 37.5 hours per week. The successful candidate will have basic reading/writing skills, ability to follow instructions, and reliable work history.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand written materials.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• No previous experience or training required.
• Minimum of one year cleaning or manual labor experience.
• Stable employment history—a minimum of one year with the same employer.
• One year of work experience that includes cleaning in an institutional environment.
• One year of work experience related to floor care including carpet cleaning, scrubbing/waxing, and stripping and waxing.
• Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances, and demonstration of ability.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning tasks using custodial supplies and modern equipment.
• Move and lift heavy furniture as needed.
• Work in accordance with a well-established routine.
• Be subject to progress/finish inspections to meet cleanliness standards.

Skills

Read materials

Follow instructions

Effective communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Job description

This is an emergency essential position.

An employee in this class performs a variety of tasks in connection with cleaning functions. Work involves the use of custodial supplies and modern cleaning equipment and may involve the moving and lifting of heavy furniture. Work is performed in accordance with a well-established routine and is subject to inspection during progress or upon completion for the attainment of established standards of cleanliness.

days and hours for this custodian position are Monday-Friday 37.5hr 07:00-15:00.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand written materials
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

No previous experience or training required.

• Minimum of one year cleaning or manual labor experience
• Stable employment history—a minimum of one year with the same employer
• One year of work experience that includes cleaning in an institutional environment
• One year of work experience related to floor care including carpet cleaning, scrubbing/waxing, and stripping and waxing

Success interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.
Kutztown University is an AA/EOE/member of the PA State System of Higher Education and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at [e-mail]. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University’s Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 01, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at [e-mail], or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at [e-mail]. Kutztown University’s Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.

Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report

The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is ?available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at [e-mail].