Building Attendant I

Scripps College • Pasadena, CA

87d • $19 - $20

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs intermediate-level duties related to the housekeeping operations in a college setting. Performs routine and non-routine duties, participates in set-up and breakdown for special events, and moves furniture. Performs a variety of cleaning tasks requiring physical fitness, safe working practices, knowledge of cleaning chemicals, methods, procedures, and supplies and equipment. Maintains facilities in a clean, orderly and safe condition.

Requirements

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Minimum of two years of previous experience in custodial or building maintenance assignments.
• Knowledge of maintenance, use, safe operation, and repair of cleaning supplies, tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe working methods and procedures.
• Ability to learn proper use of fire extinguishers.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, stoop, twist, stretch, lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to work well without continuous supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Valid U.S. driver’s license and maintain a driving record acceptable to the Colleges’ insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Cleans offices, classrooms, lecture halls, theaters, art, dance and athletic facilities.
• Cleans and services rest rooms and residential quarters; performs periodic and annual cleaning services/duties.
• Scrubs and refinishes floors and/or carpets; refinishes hard, resilient and wood floors; operates mechanical floor cleaners, polishers, and carpet cleaning equipment.
• Disposes of trash, recyclables and other debris.
• Removes graffiti.
• Performs furniture set-up and breakdown for meetings and special events; moves furniture, such as desks, desk chairs, mattresses and other furniture.
• Services dispensing machines; activates and deactivates electronic alarm systems; secures facilities.
• Requests cleaning supplies and materials.
• Maintains well-stocked, clean and organized supply closets and carts.
• Performs minor repairs, which may include replacement of lamp bulbs, or tighten door or window screen hinges, knobs and locks.
• Participates in emergency response activities.
• Performs other essential duties and tasks specific to the position.

Benefits

• Regular status, full-time, benefits-eligible, non-exempt position.
• Scheduled hours: Monday-Friday 6:00 am-2:30 pm.
• Hourly rate range: $19.50-$20.50.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED