Lead Custodian

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is seeking a Lead Custodian to manage cleaning staff and oversee janitorial operations on campus in Kennesaw, GA. The role involves floor care, restrooms, and event support, with driving responsibilities and adherence to safety procedures.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and at least one year of related experience, plus mechanical/technical knowledge. A degree in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license.
• One (1) year related work experience.
• Mechanical and/or technical knowledge.
• An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates work activities of cleaning personnel.
• Performs housekeeping and janitorial duties to maintain assigned offices, restrooms, public areas and/or residence buildings.
• May oversee a staff and assist with minor repairs.
• Delivers supplies to assigned buildings and accesses online work orders and event requirements.
• Collects and delivers special events equipment and performs setups and take-downs.
• Operates KSU vehicles and equipment (i.e., Gator, golf carts, box trucks, and vans).

Skills

Team leadership

Event setup

Multi-tasking

Safety knowledge

Equipment handling

MS Office

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Undergraduate or advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cleaning equipment knowledge

Job description

Lead Custodian

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities,rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Oversees and coordinates work activities of cleaning personnel. Performs housekeeping and janitorial duties to maintain assigned offices, restrooms, public areas and/or residence buildings. May oversee a staff and assist with minor repairs.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Cleans assigned buildings including dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, collecting trash, wiping waste and recycling receptacles, etc.
• 2. Uses required safety and protective equipment
• 3. Waxes and refinishes floors, and shampoos carpets
• 4. Cleans and sanitizes restrooms, showers, and locker rooms and replenishes paper towels and soap dispensers
• 5. Collects, launders, and dries mop heads and cleaning rags
• 6. Inspects equipment to determine the need for new parts, repairs, overhauls, or replacements
• 7. Delivers supplies to assigned buildings and accesses online work orders and event requirements
• 8. Collects and delivers special events equipment and performs setups and take-downs
• 9. Operates KSU vehicles and equipment (i.e., Gator, golf carts, box trucks, and vans)
• 10. Mixes cleaning solutions to the appropriate strength
• 11. Assists in training staff
• 12. Oversees staff in assigned area(s)

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications

Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license

Required Experience

One (1) year related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Mechanical and/or technical knowledge

Preferred Educational Qualifications

An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Able to lead a small team of workers

Follows established routine and performs cleaning as instructed

Able to read and use diagrams and design layouts to set up for events

Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

Knowledge

Mechanical and technical knowledge as it relates to the position

Knowledge of proper and safe use of all custodial equipment and chemicals

Knowledge of Materials Safety Data Sheets and Personal Protective Equipment, and awareness of safety protocols

Knowledge of extraction, stripping, and refinishing floors

Skills

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)

Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.218_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• MVR
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf