Custodian

DEPARTMENT: Facilities Management

POSITION CODE: 

SUPERVISOR: Custodian Manager

APPOINTMENT: Full-time, staff, 12 month, 40 hours per week,

Monday - Friday 1:00pm to 10:00pm, rotating weekends every 6 weeks

STARTING SALARY: $15.90 per hour

GRADE: S01

AVAILABLE: Immediately

INTRODUCTORY PERIOD: Six (6) months 

BENEFITS OVERVIEW: BROCHURE         

POSTING DATE: September 29, 2022   

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled,

First review of applications on October 23, 2022, at 2:00 pm, PST  

Definition of Classification:

The Custodian incumbent is responsible for cleaning the facilities of the University of Redlands. Daily vacuuming, dusting, restroom cleaning and sanitation, cleaning of fixtures, window cleaning, floor cleaning, interior and exterior trash removal, and additional tasks (i.e., furniture moving) as assigned.

Reporting to the Custodian Manager, ensure all facilities are maintained at a high level of cleanliness for all academic, administrative and residential buildings. Responsibilities may include weekend work, temporary cover and maintain additional area when short staffed and may also include after-hours emergency response and cleaning. Work schedule is subject to change at any time to meet the business need of the University.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Cleans building components, academic/administrative/residential including light fixtures, ceilings and vents, walls, bathrooms, furniture, floors and carpets; removes trash, dusts, polish furniture, and fixtures.
• Cleans windows and coverings; sweeps, mops, and vacuums floors; wipes, cleans, and disinfects equipment and surfaces.
• Cleans steps and porches inside and outside of buildings; uses ladders for high areas in need of dusting.
• Ensures areas such as laundries and kitchenettes are clean.
• Attends and cleans restrooms including disinfecting toilets and urinals, sinks, showers, stalls, partitions, mirrors, floors, and walls; removes trash and recycling, replaces liners, stocks paper supplies, and hand soap dispenser.
• Completes work orders for items in need of custodial service, with special attention to safety procedures and safe work practices including security.
• Maintains confidence and safeguards operations by keeping information confidential; adheres to all safety and University policies and procedures.
• Works occasional required overtime based on the need of the university.
• Contributes to department goals and objectives by accomplishing related duties as needed.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines

Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following:

Experience/Training/Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of custodial work or related experience. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• A valid California Class C CA drivers’ license with a good driving record is required. 

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of custodial practices, safety rules, regulations, and procedure.
• Ability to operate and maintain all custodial cleaning equipment and report any issues.
• Working knowledge of cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to clearly communicate information both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills, and detail orientated.
• Ability to work as a team and independently and with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers.
• Aptitude to learn new and evolving technology.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. 

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Working Conditions:

Hours and work schedule may vary according to the needs of the University. Weekend work and after-ours emergency response may be required.

Physical Demands:

Incumbents regularly stand for periods of time; speak clearly and distinctly to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; walk on a regular basis; travel to various locations; finger dexterity may be required to utilize and operate the specialized tools and equipment; distinguish colors and have depth perception; reach with hands and arms; pushing, pulling lifting and occasional crawling; stoop or kneel or crouch; ascend/descent ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps and/or poles; and lift, carry and/or move objects typically weighing up to 10-25 pounds and on occasion up to  50 pounds. There may be exposure to inclement weather as well as to dirt/dust, chemicals/solvents, and noise with occasional exposure to temperature extremes and vibrations.

TO APPLY: A resume/CV and cover letter are required. In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, if selected for the interview process and accommodations are needed please call (909) 748-8040.

BACKGROUND CHECKS: The University of Redlands is committed to providing a safe campus community. As part of that commitment, the university conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment.

INFORMATION REGARDING COVID-19: New employees are required to submit proof of having received the full course dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine including a booster or submit an exemption request for medical or religious reasons within sixty (60) days from your date of hire.

 FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT

http://www.redlands.edu/human-resources/employment/

SUBMISSION OF A RESUME OR APPLICATION INDICATES AGREEMENT THAT THE UNIVERSITY MAY VERIFY ANY AND ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED THEREIN.

MEMBERS OF UNDERREPRESENTED GROUPS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

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