Custodian 1

Louisiana Tech University • Ruston, LA

355d • $10

About The Position

The Custodian 1 position at Louisiana Tech University involves performing routine manual tasks to maintain the cleanliness, sanitary conditions, and appearance of state buildings and institutions. This is an entry-level position that requires no prior experience or training. The role is supervised closely by a Custodian 2 or agency supervisor, and it does not involve any supervisory responsibilities. The position is classified as full-time and offers an hourly rate of $10.00.

Requirements

• No experience or training required.
• May be required to demonstrate physical ability to perform manual work.

Responsibilities

• Cleans bathrooms, offices, hallways, and any other assigned areas by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and polishing.
• Empties and decontaminates trash containers.
• Disposes of infectious waste when assigned.
• Moves, rearranges, and dusts furniture and fixtures.
• Mixes or blends routine cleaning solutions to proper concentrations as necessary for various tasks.
• Cleans and waxes floors using industrial-size mops and/or machines.
• Strips and polishes floors using buffing machines.
• Washes blinds, windows, and walls with prescribed solutions.
• Sweeps sidewalks, porches, and tiled surfaces.
• Operates wet/dry vacuum for cleaning and shampooing carpeted areas.
• Strips, decontaminates, and makes beds for patients, residents, students, or inmates.
• Maintains equipment; reports needs for painting and minor building or equipment repair to supervisor.
• Replaces light bulbs and/or reports safety hazards to supervisor.
• Folds and issues clothing and linen when assigned.
• Cuts grass, trims shrubs, waters plants, and performs other related duties on the grounds when assigned.
• Performs custodial related duties necessary to maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions.

Benefits

• Variety of health insurance plans and retirement options.
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Substantially reduced-rate tuition for employees and their dependents.
• Discounted memberships at the university's sports and wellness center.
• Professional development training.
• Promotional opportunities.
• Market adjustment salary increases awarded annually (pending funding availability).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed