Senior Custodian

Senior Custodian

ID

2024-1015

Posted Date

1 year ago (9 / 19 / 2024 10 : 52 AM)

Visa Sponsorship Eligible

No

Hybrid Role

No

Pay Range

USD $15.60 - USD $15.60 / Hr.

Overview

This is a highly customer service oriented position in which employees should strive to exceed customer expectations. Perform a variety of cleaning, servicing and stocking duties in University buildings, offices and laboratories, with an emphasis on customer service, cleanliness and safety. Participate in the training of new employees. Assist in maintaining a clean safe environment for the Clarkson Community. Clean and service assigned areas in University buildings and maintain sufficient stock and supplies for the proper performance of duties.

Responsibilities

Sweep, mop, strip and wax floors and vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets in assigned areas as needed

• Clean rest rooms, offices and replenish supplies
• Wash windows, walls and other assigned areas. Use of window pole when required
• Pick up trash, empty garbage containers and remove all trash to area of disposal
• Sanitize trash containers as necessary to meet Health Department requirements
• Operate vacuum cleaner, buffer, Hi-speed buffers, shampoo machines etc.
• Set up of tables, chairs and other facilities for meetings or special events
• Participate in reporting of campus damage and / or safety issues
• Perform custodial duties in kitchen areas
• Clean and polish brass, clean chalk boards, drinking fountains, and glass doors
• Dust and polish furniture, clean window sills and door moldings
• Pack, unpack and assist in receiving, issuing and transporting materials; report items needed for reorder and general maintenance of cleaning supply inventory
• Assist in transferring furniture and supplies between department and throughout the campus
• Replace light bulbs; maintain building security
• Perform minor repairs and installations (i.e. dispensers and ceiling tiles)
• Participate in the removal of ice and snow from steps and sidewalks
• Assist in picking up trash and debris from outside grounds as required
• Shovel snow / sand around buildings
• Ability to assist grounds crew on spring cleanup
• Clean and maintain apartments and houses owned by the University
• Make beds for commencement, alumni and special programs
• Clean laundry areas to include washing machines, dryers, walls and floors
• Wash and dry draperies and curtains; take down and hang draperies and replace pins; clean, oil and adjust sewing machines
• Perform room and building lockup as required and also unlocking where directed. Assist support staff on requests
• Pick up and deliver custodial supplies
• Basic vacuum cleaner maintenance and filter replacement
• Perform life / safety inspections
• Provide University Event Support
• Live out and make decisions in line with the Clarkson University values in all daily activities while on duty
• Operate and work in a safe manner at all times and ensure the highest level of housekeeping
• Provide mentoring and leadership to interns, apprentices and / or student workers
• Willingness to take courses and / or training to meet trade specific and University standards
• Complete Clarkson Vehicle Safety Checklist before vehicle use. Be responsible for care, cleanliness, and maintenance of assigned vehicle and report all vehicle concerns to appropriate supervisor immediately
• Operate a Clarkson vehicle in accordance with University policy
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
• Deliver timely, friendly, and effective service to University faculty, staff and students
• Encourage and Promote Teamwork
• Ability to gain general knowledge of the campus
• Participate in reporting of campus damage and / or safety issues

Qualifications

Minimal Qualifications :

Preferred Experience :

Experience : Minimal Experience :

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Essential Skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety

Health & Safety : All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University's Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

Disclaimer Statement

DISCLAIMER : The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

EEO Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants : An equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records