Position: Custodian
About: Provides janitorial service in the maintenance of building facilities. Primary responsibility is in the use of proper equipment/tools such as floor scrubbers, pressure washers/cleaners, vacuums, blowers and materials in the performance of janitorial functions. Performs moderately heavy manual work involving the moving of desks, files, medium size safes and pallets using a forklift when required. All work is performed under relatively close supervision.
Requirements: Completion of two (2) years of High School and one (1) month of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution. Knowledge of the materials, methods, and equipment used in janitorial work and/or in the moving of desks, files, and safes. Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform a variety of janitorial tasks in the care and limited maintenance of buildings and equipment. Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to cleaning equipment. Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences. Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions. Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty, and staff.
