Custodian (Full-time)

JOB SUMMARY

The Custodian is responsible for the custodial maintenance of assigned college buildings and facilities.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Service, clean, and supply restrooms;
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming;
• Gather and empty trash to include parking lots, exterior trash receptacles, and interior trash receptacles;
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures;
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications;
• Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees;
• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems;
• Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties;
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment;
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors;
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures;
• Steam clean or shampoo carpets;
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks;
• Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created;
• Clean laboratory equipment, such as glassware or metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, or power cleaning equipment;
• Weed exterior grounds using hands, tools, or weed killer, and clear debris from grounds;
• Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.
• Participates in assessment, planning, budgeting, and staff development;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

TOOLS USED

• Brooms — Push brooms
• Carpet cleaning equipment — Carpet shampooers
• Desktop computers
• Dollies — Equipment dollies
• Dust mops — Dry mops
• Ear plugs — Protective ear plugs
• Floor polishers — Floor buffers; Floor waxers
• Floor scrapers — Floor strippers
• Floor scrubbers — Power floor scrubbers
• Hand sprayers — Insecticide sprayers
• Hand trucks or accessories — Hand trucks
• Ladders — Extension ladders; Step ladders
• Pressure or steam cleaners — Steam cleaning equipment
• Protective gloves — Safety gloves
• Safety glasses
• Squeegees or washers — Window squeegees
• Vacuum cleaners — Industrial vacuums; Ride-on industrial vacuum cleaners
• Wet mops

KNOWLEDGE

• Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

ABILITIES

• Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
• Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
• Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

WORK ACTIVITIES

• Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

WORK CONTEXT AND APPROXIMATE PERCENTAGE OF DAILY TASKS

• Spend Time Standing — Continually or almost continually (90%).
• Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — Continually or almost continually (60%).
• Spend Time Walking— Continually or almost continually (45%).
• Coordinate or Lead Others — About half the time (35%).
• Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — About half the time (39%).
• Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — About half the time (35%).
• Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — About half the time (35%).

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures
• Knowledge of employment processes
• Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Oral and written communication skills

JOB SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• No experience is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the minimum qualifications:

• A valid driver’s license in good standing.

COMPENSATION

• Salaried
• Salary commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience
• Eligible for benefits

NOTICES

• For assistance/accommodations with the application/interview process, contact April Bentley, Human Resources Coordinator at abentley@southernregional.edu or 229-217-4255

• All required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment
• References will be checked
• Post-offer requirements following a conditional offer of employment to include a criminal history records check, a motor vehicle records check, and as applicable, pre-employment/random drug testing, credit history records check, fingerprinting records check, medical examination, psychological screening, and test for deception.