What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian position at Augustana University (SD)?
Title: Custodian
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Custodial Services
Augustana University is seeking applications for a full-time, year-round custodian position on the day shift. While previous experience is beneficial, it is not a requirement for this role.
The custodian plays a vital role in maintaining the campus buildings, contributing to a learning environment that promotes health, a positive attitude, and pride among students, faculty, and staff.
Major Areas of Responsibility
Benefits
Augustana offers an excellent benefit package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, a retirement plan, tuition assistance, volunteer time off, vacation, sick pay, and 14 holidays.
Application Procedure
Review of applications will begin at that time and continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should submit application materials electronically to humanresources@augie.edu. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the application process, please contact liz.vanwesten@augie.edu.
Application materials requested
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Custodial Services
Augustana University is seeking applications for a full-time, year-round custodian position on the day shift. While previous experience is beneficial, it is not a requirement for this role.
The custodian plays a vital role in maintaining the campus buildings, contributing to a learning environment that promotes health, a positive attitude, and pride among students, faculty, and staff.
Major Areas of Responsibility
- Maintenance and Safety: Ensure the university is in good repair, maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly environment. Keep work areas free of hazardous conditions (e.g., grease/oil spills, sawdust, excess supplies).
- Cleaning Schedules and Procedures: Follow daily cleaning schedules and procedures meticulously. Ensure work and assignment areas are clean and that tools, supplies, and equipment are properly stored.
- Supplies and Equipment: Maintain the care and use of supplies and equipment, minimizing waste and misuse.
- Work Area Appearance: Maintain the appearance of work areas.
- Chemical Handling: Use and handle chemicals, compounds, and solvents according to OSHA guidelines, adhering to all established safety procedures and precautions.
- Infection Control: Follow established Infection Control and Universal Precautions practices during housekeeping procedures.
- General Cleaning: Vacuum, dust, and clean glass surfaces.
- Restrooms and Laundries: Clean public restrooms, laundries, and theme houses.
- Supplies Management: Pick up and deliver supplies and materials as needed.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism.
- Ability to interact tactfully with personnel, students, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
Benefits
Augustana offers an excellent benefit package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, a retirement plan, tuition assistance, volunteer time off, vacation, sick pay, and 14 holidays.
Application Procedure
Review of applications will begin at that time and continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should submit application materials electronically to humanresources@augie.edu. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the application process, please contact liz.vanwesten@augie.edu.
Application materials requested
- Augustana University Employment Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Three professional references
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement
Substitute Custodian
Worthington Independent School District 518 -
Worthington, MN
