Custodial Specialist

Saginaw Valley State University•Lexington, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, non-exempt position for a Custodial Specialist on the 3rd shift (Friday - Tuesday, 11pm - 7am). The role involves performing various cleaning, set-up, and tear-down tasks in assigned areas, which can include a wide range of facilities such as swimming pools, restrooms, locker rooms, hallways, multi-purpose arenas, offices, classrooms, conference rooms, theaters, and athletic facilities. The position requires maintaining assigned equipment, loading/unloading supplies, and observing/reporting the need for repairs. The Custodial Specialist will work under the administrative supervision of the Associate Vice President or their designee and may be responsible for supervising student employees.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent may be considered.
Valid Michigan Driver License.
One year of custodial experience.
Ability to effectively communicate with others and maintain good working relations with supervisors, co-workers, and the University community.
Ability to work alone or as a member of a team.
Ability to perform job duties within scheduled time limits.
Ability to adapt to flexible and emergency scheduling.
Ability to apply and follow custodial specialist safety procedures.
Knowledge of the proper use and care of cleaning equipment and solutions/chemicals.
Ability to follow clearly defined oral and/or written instructions.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.
Ability to pass any State/Federal mandated training, licensing, and/or certification requirements, within a reasonable period of time.
Must pass job-related physical examination and relevant skill test prior to being appointed to the position.
Ability to begin and follow through with the task(s) or plan identified in the job description, and to take the first step in performance of those duties and responsibilities.
Reporting of facilities or grounds maintenance needs which are observed.

Responsibilities

Clean assigned areas following established schedules and prescribed methods, including removing trash, sweeping/dust mopping floors, polishing surfaces, vacuuming carpets, cleaning windows and mirrors, dusting, wet mopping floors, vacuuming swimming pools, and washing surfaces.
Arrange and set up furniture, staging, athletic, and/or physical education activity equipment based on diagrams, written, or oral instructions.
Tear down and rearrange rooms/areas after activities are completed.
Lock and unlock buildings and rooms, close windows, and turn off lights.
Sweep and remove debris, leaves, snow, and ice from steps and walks at building entrances.
Perform special projects such as shampooing carpets, stripping and waxing floors, washing walls, windows, baseboards, and scrubbing various floor areas.
Maintain assigned equipment for safety and cleanliness and report malfunctioning equipment.
Load, unload, and move supplies.
Observe and report the need for repairs and replacement of equipment, furniture, and fixtures.
Move furniture and equipment as needed for cleaning purposes.
Assist other custodial specialists and personnel as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.