Custodial I

Fort Lewis College•Durango, CO

6d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

This position exists to support the mission of the Custodial Services work unit to ensure that the buildings assigned are clean, sanitary and presentable. This is an essential services position and is expected to respond during campus emergencies. Physical Plant Services (PPS) supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operational support, maintenance services and the management of the College’s facilities construction program. The services are coordinated through the Service Center and are accomplished by Custodial Services, Electrical Systems and Electronic Equipment Maintenance, Grounds and Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical Systems Maintenance and Structural Maintenance work units. The Project Management work unit plans projects and provides design and construction management services to support the facilities improvement and construction program.

Requirements

Six (6) months of full time commercial, industrial or institutional custodial experience
Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets
Reading, writing and oral comprehension
Strong customer service skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Active listening skills
Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time
Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather
Ability to respond appropriately to supervision
Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers
Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner.
Committed to quality service
A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check as a condition of employment.
A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of lifting abilities.

Nice To Haves

Prior confirmed State of Colorado state service in the custodial class series may entitle candidates to a higher hourly wage.
This position is entitled to a shift differential when applicable, overtime if preapproved by the manager and is a covered position under the Quality Jobs & Services Act.
Requires knowledge and use of advanced cleaning equipment and methods.
If an employee opts to use a college owned or personal vehicle to perform job duties, this requires the employee to be a Fort Lewis College Authorized Driver including possessing a valid driver’s license and maintaining a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the College Authorized Driver Policy.

Responsibilities

Washes entrance windows, chalkboards, trays and erasers. Empties pencil sharpeners. Cleans and disinfects water fountains, lab sinks, doors. Dust furniture, flat surfaces, blinds and vents.
Cleans walk-off mats. Spot-clean walls, vending machines and doors.
Sweeps outside entryways and removes litter or debris as needed.
Empties and cleans indoor and outdoor waste containers. Dust mops, damp mops or vacuums floors in circulation, classrooms, offices, reception and public areas. Burnishes floors as needed.
Straightens furniture and desks in classrooms and ensures correct number of chairs or desks are in classroom when appropriate.
Cleans restrooms in classroom and administration buildings and shower rooms in athletic facilities. Cleans and disinfects toilets, urinals, wash bowls, showers, mirrors, partitions, doors, floors, walls and circulation vents. Restocks soap and paper products in washrooms and showers.
Operates basic custodial equipment to accomplish tasks. Conducts on-going inspection of all cleaning equipment.
Reports building damage, repairs needed or signs of insect and rodent infestation as appropriate, including submitting work requests for observed issues.
Ensures classrooms, labs, offices and entries are locked and secure when appropriate.
Shovels snow from entryways and distributes ice melt as required.
Project cleans / deep cleans and disinfects restrooms, bathrooms, shower and locker rooms. Project or deep clean entryways, circulation, reception areas, classrooms, and offices. Wash windows, clean furniture and fixtures. Stripping, waxing, and burnishing floors. Steam cleaning or extracting carpeting.
Transports supplies and waste to appropriate locations using college vehicles or equipment.
Uses ladders, stools, extension poles, or other equipment to extend reach and ensure all surfaces are cleaned.
Assists with special events on campus by assisting with set up and removal of event resources including chairs, tables, and tents. Services events by picking up trash and debris, emptying trash containers, sweeping floors, cleaning restrooms, cleaning bleachers, etc. after events.
Transports materials to appropriate locations using college vehicles or equipment.
Employees must review and comprehend relevant employee handbooks and policies along with completing required training, including workplace safety, compliance, emergency procedures, and job-specific skills. Active participation in meetings, collaboration with colleagues, and professional development aligned with institutional goals are expected.