Custodial Worker

University of Arkansas•Fayetteville, AR

About The Position

The Custodial Worker is responsible for general cleaning in and around office buildings, laboratories, conference rooms, building common areas, surrounding grounds, and other assigned areas. Duties include vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, dusting, emptying small and large trash cans, operating carpet and floor-cleaning equipment, and cleaning commodes, sinks, and water fountains. The position also includes snow and ice removal during winter months. The position has a regular, defined work schedule, with occasional adjustments to work hours on event days. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function, as is the ability to maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships. The position is with the AREC | Maintenance Support department at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. It is a regular staff position and is benefits eligible.

Requirements

Formal education equivalent to a high school diploma.
Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques.
Knowledge of cleaning equipment operation and maintenance.
Ability to follow instructions and perform repetitive manual work.
Ability to use cleansers and other cleaning agents.
Ability to clean floors and furniture.
Ability to use housekeeping cleaning supplies and equipment.
Ability to work independently without close supervision.
Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions.
Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize assignments.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance and the ability to maintain collegial working relationships.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of custodial work experience in a commercial or corporate industry.

Responsibilities

Clean areas in and around office buildings, laboratories, conference rooms, common areas, grounds, and other assigned locations.
Vacuum, mop, sweep, and dust.
Empty small office trash cans and large trash cans.
Use carpet and floor-cleaning equipment.
Clean commodes, sinks, water fountains, and similar fixtures.
Remove snow and ice during winter months.
Adjust work hours on occasional event days.
Maintain regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance and collegial working relationships.