Lead Academic Custodian

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety in facilities. This role involves performing a variety of custodial tasks, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the environment by keeping facilities in top condition. If you are detail-oriented, enjoy working in a team, and have a passion for maintaining clean and safe spaces, this position could be a perfect fit for you. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of custodial experience or 1 year of supervisory experience required.
• Valid Driver's License and successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial work including cleaning, maintenance, and waste collection.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

Communication Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Ability to Follow Directives

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

AiM Work Order System

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• $38,760 Annual, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability: No

Purpose of Position

This position is responsible for performing custodial work required for the cleaning and upkeep of buildings. Responsibilities include creating work orders for buildings, moving furniture and equipment, mopping and scrubbing floors, cleaning walls, waxing and polishing floors and furniture, washing windows, cleaning walks, removing snow, general maintenance of equipment, collecting waste, and gathering recycling materials. As lead, you will ensure staff uses correct and safe procedures to complete duties and assist Supervisor with daily duties such as approving labor.

All Facilities Management positions are subject to callbacks seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Weekend work is required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Custodial Duties: Mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, shampooing, and renewing floor finishes. Washing windows, blinds, mirrors, walls, doors, and woodwork.
• Cleaning and dusting furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, appliances, and related furnishings.
• Cleaning and disinfecting restrooms in public and/or residential areas. Maintaining a continuous supply of paper in all dispensers.
• Collecting and picking up waste and recyclable materials, both inside and outside of buildings.
• May perform power washing, leaf removal, moving snow, and may be required to operate a snow blower.
• Perform required maintenance to keep equipment working properly. Responsible for reporting minor and major maintenance/repairs needed in buildings, on grounds, and equipment.
• Removal of snow from sidewalks and cleaning of the grounds outside.
• Help moving and setting up furniture and equipment for events or departments.
• Locking and unlocking main building doors as required.
• Approve labor in work order system. Ensure areas that are short-staffed are covered by reassigning, readjusting the work of others, or performing the work when necessary.
• Ensure staff uses correct and safe procedures to complete duties and respond to work-related injuries promptly.
• Help write evaluations, perform building inspections to evaluate performance, and approve or disapprove staff requests for leave in absence of supervisor.
• Keep records of leave used by staff and maintain documentation on staff, providing information to supervisor for disciplinary measures as needed.
• Ensure employees' compliance with all applicable policies and procedures.
• Efficiently manage all resources, including reviewing and approving technicians’ time entries for accuracy in absence of supervisor.
• Frequently review all shop work orders, determine priorities, and plan for completion; review accuracy and close out completed work orders.
• Instruct and train employees in the proper methods and equipment to be used in the performance of their work with approved cleaning specifications.
• Inspect the work of subordinates to ensure proper standards are maintained.
• Instruct on proper and safe practices for all cleaning supplies and equipment, including floor scrubbers, buffers, and vacuum cleaners.
• Complete the BST Employee Checklist ensuring all areas are initialed. Assist with harassment training and other web-based employment requirements.
• Clerical Duties: Responsible for entering labor hours in our computerized program, Assetworks/AiM. Submit supply requests and work orders.
• Responsible for submitting timely leave requests to management. Responsible for checking and reading University email account on a regular basis.

Required Competencies

• Ability to interact and communicate with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers.
• Ability to work in a diverse workforce. Must be able to communicate effectively and follow directives.
• Ability to comprehend and follow directives. Requires sound decision-making skills.
• Ability to understand and complete necessary training for the job classification.

Minimum Requirements

• HS/GED or equivalent experience
• 2 years of custodial experience or 1 year of supervisory experience
• Valid Driver's License
• Successful completion of a criminal history records check.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic Microsoft Office computer experience.
• Experience with cleaning equipment.
• Experience with AiM or other work order systems.
• Familiarity with UND policy and procedures.