Custodial

Missouri Southern State University • Joplin, MO

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Keeps University buildings in a clean and orderly condition, supports Special Event activities, and performs other assigned duties to support the operations of the Physical Plant and the University community.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Ability to read procedure manuals, work orders, equipment operating instructions and general correspondence (i.e.: memos, letters, etc.).
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, students, administration and visitors.
• Ability to read and accurately complete maintenance requests, time sheets, supply requests, etc.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.
• Ability to apply commons sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to effectively work both individually and as a member of a team in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.
• Possess good problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Ability to understand and apply University and Departmental policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in custodial or housekeeping services preferred.
• Prior experience with vacuum cleaners, buffers, burnishers, wet/dry vacuums and other equipment a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine cleaning and maintenance functions in assigned area using departmental techniques and standards to include such tasks as: Cleans and sanitizes restrooms daily: floors, fixtures, mirrors, doors, etc. Replenish restroom supplies. Dispose of trash. Clean and sanitize showers weekly. Cleans, vacuums, sweeps, dust-mops, wet-mops hallways, stairways, lounges, classrooms, computer rooms, labs, storage areas, entrances, entrance glass, offices, athletic surfaces and/or firing range according to MSSU custodial standards. Strips, scrubs, applies floor finish, buffs, and burnishes, and refinishes hard surface floors and extract carpets according to MSSU custodial standards. Re-lamps fluorescent and incandescent light fixtures and make minor repairs (tighten screws, lubricate doors, etc.). Participates in projects and cleaning of apartments and dorms during breaks as directed by supervisor. Assists in moving furniture, supplies, and equipment as directed. Sets-up, monitors, and cleans up after special events. Works overtime when directed. Maintains the outside entrances, walks and steps within 20 feet of the building. This will include routine sweeping and snow/ice removal and spreading ice-melt when necessary. Reports items that need repair (door, furniture, equipment, faucets, etc.). Establishes and maintains a positive and cooperative working relationship with members of Physical Plant and campus community.

What This Job Offers

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