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Summer Temporary Custodian, Main Campus (5116C) - 84119
Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $27.20
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Job Description
The University of California, Berkeley, often referred to as UC Berkeley, stands as one of the most prestigious public research universities globally. Established in 1868, Berkeley is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, social justice, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community. Located in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, the university serves a diverse spectrum of students, faculty, and staff, all united by a shared dedication to advancing knowledge and promoting equity. The campus culture at Berkeley is rooted in principles of openness, freedom of expression, and belonging, ensuring that every member feels supported and empowered to... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior custodial experience preferred
- ability to lift up to 25 pounds and move furniture up to 100 pounds
- knowledge of cleaning equipment and chemicals
- basic English proficiency
- ability to follow written and oral instructions
- good communication skills
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- availability to work summer hours May through August
- ability to perform physical tasks including bending, lifting and standing for extended periods
Job Qualifications
- Custodial cleaning operation experience including use of custodial equipment such as buffers and floor machines, power washers, blowers, and vacuum cleaners
- knowledge of cleaning products and methods to maintain different floor surfaces including tile, wood, cement, carpet
- knowledge of healthy and safe work practices, personal protective equipment and MSDS sheets
- ability to lift up to 25 lb and move up to 100 lb
- ability to learn security procedures related to unlocking, locking and securing buildings and keys
- basic English skills including reading, writing, listening, speaking
- ability to comprehend technical and safety documentation and follow oral and written instructions related to equipment, tools and safe use of chemicals
- ability to communicate clearly and convey information effectively
- ability to gain basic understanding of university environment, mission, and operational needs
- ability to work with minimum supervision in isolated areas or busy buildings
- basic skill to evaluate, troubleshoot inquiries, establish priorities, follow plans and complete goals
- ability to maintain respectful, civil, professional, and customer-friendly behavior
- excellent customer service skills
- ability to work within a team environment
Job Duties
- Provide quality customer service during each interaction with internal and external customers
- operate, maintain, set up and dismantle a full range of cleaning equipment
- dust, wipe, and clean moldings, windowsills, handrails, door tracks, radiators, furniture, inside and outside windows, and other designated areas
- sweep, mop, and clean floors and stairwells
- strip or scrub floors using buffers, auto scrubbers, and other designated equipment
- vacuum, sweep, shampoo, and spot-clean rugs, carpet and other materials
- clean, polish and wax floors and some furniture
- clean fireplaces, mantels, screens, laundry machines, kitchen appliances
- clean and disinfect shower stalls, urinals and toilets, wash basins/sinks, mirrors, frames and shelves, painted and/or glass walls, partitions and doors, windows, locker fronts, ceiling, light covers and vents
- replace paper products as needed
- pick up trash and debris
- clean and empty wastebaskets and other receptacles
- pull trash chutes
- remove and transfer compost and recycling items
- clear minor drain stoppages
- report damage and maintenance repair needs
- move and set up folding/stationary tables and arrange chairs and other furniture
- clean rooms following check lists
- perform occasional overtime and other custodial duties as requested
- remove all trash, tacks, tape, posters, papers and any items adhered to surfaces during summer transition cleaning
- sweep and vacuum carpeted floors
- move furniture weighing up to 240 lbs collaboratively
- clean windows, sills, mirrors and light fixtures
- wash and damp-wipe all furniture surfaces
- turn mattresses and replace mattress pads
- collect and document lost items
- make beds and prepare rooms for conference operations
- dust and clean light fixtures, Venetian blinds, vent covers, and upholstered furniture
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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