Custodian

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Benefits:

*Medical

*Dental

*Vision

FSA/HSA

Tuition Assistant Program

Long/Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K Match 

 Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

* includes domestic partner coverage

SUMMARY:

The Custodian is responsible for performing cleaning functions in and around the campus building(s) to include maintenance duties as assigned throughout their scheduled hours and fulfill special requests as needed. The Custodian must assure the standards set for building cleanliness, minor maintenance and safety procedures are all met and maintained regularly.  South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients (students, faculty, staff, & visitors); development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

1. In some cases, opens campus building(s) by unlocking all entry doors and classrooms, checks all spaces including restrooms, hallways and entrances for any maintenance problems and clean any assigned area as needed or directed by Director of Facilities.
2. Keeps assigned work area clean following procedures for regular dusting and disinfecting of surfaces, mopping, vacuuming and sweeping of all floors.  Regularly cleans and restocks restrooms, collecting and disposing of trash and debris from building(s) and grounds.
3. Uses appropriate equipment to clean carpets and strip, scrub, buff and wax floors following proper usage and safety protocols.
4. Moves furniture, equipment, & materials and performs all cleaning activities necessary to keep campus building(s) clean and safe.
5. May perform minor repairs and maintenance, check fire extinguishers, test emergency lighting and order cleaning supplies.
6. Reports necessary repairs and safety concerns to facility management.
7. Pull trash from offices and cleans as requested.
8. Maintain orderly janitorial closets - stock when necessary.

9. Respond to special requests for assistance from other departments; provide event setup, and follow directives assigned by facility management.
10. In some cases, assist in securing campus building(s) by verifying all persons have exited, lock all doors, turn off lights and activate security alarm.
11. Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

• High school degree required or GED required.
• 6 months experience in the housekeeping industry. 2 years of experience in the housekeeping industry preferably in a post-secondary institution.
• Understands working methods and procedures used in cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings
• Understands qualities and uses of custodial equipment and supplies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of populations.
• Superior organization, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem resolution skills.
• Frequently lift up to 25 pounds, occasional heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally climbs up to 15 feet with a ladder
• Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter
• Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards
• Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods
• Pushes/pulls brooms, vacuums, buffers, scrubbers, cleaning carts
• Must bend, stoop and crawl and occasionally operate hedge trimmers, pressure washers and leaf blowers

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.  The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.  The vision requirements include ability to adjust focus and close vision.

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.