Custodial Worker

Kent State•Kent, OH

1d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Performs custodial duties to care for, clean, and routinely maintain buildings, furniture, and fixtures according to established work rules. Reports to the Housekeeping Supervisor or another designated supervisor. The position is based at the Kent Campus in Kent, Ohio, and may require varied hours and shifts to meet departmental needs.

Requirements

Operate cleaning equipment, including buffers, shampooers, vacuums, and hall machines.
Lift up to 75 pounds.
Read warning labels, write brief messages, and accurately follow oral and written instructions.
Apply appropriate safety practices.
Perform basic mathematics, if required by the position.
Identify threatening or unusual conditions and take appropriate action.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Promote customer service.
Communicate interpersonally and in writing to interact effectively with University personnel and the public, in person and by telephone.
Work varied hours and shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification within the first 30 days of employment if assigned to Recreational Services.
Pass a security check.

Nice To Haves

Six months of continuous work experience.

Responsibilities

Sweep, mop, scrub, strip, wax, and polish floors; clean and shampoo carpets; and operate cleaning machines such as buffers, shampooers, vacuums, hall machines, and extractors.
Clean, dust, and wax furniture and fixtures; shampoo upholstered furniture; wash walls; clean glass and mirrors; and remove and hang drapes.
Empty and clean trash receptacles and recycling bins.
Scrub, clean, and sanitize restrooms, shower facilities, food-service areas, and equipment, and replenish supplies.
Move and arrange furniture and equipment and, when needed, set up rooms for functions and events.
Launder bed linens, towels, washcloths, mop heads, rags, and other custodial equipment as needed.
Keep supply closets clean and orderly, monitor supply levels, and report supply needs to a supervisor.
Maintain equipment and report repair needs, as well as evidence of fire, illegal entry, or theft.
Perform room-service duties for University guests as needed, including making beds and replacing towels.
Remove snow and ice from walkways and pick up paper and other debris around buildings.
Train and direct student employees and participate in training new employees as needed.
Perform related duties as assigned.