(Auraria) Custodian I - Day Shift

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing campus facilities to support students, staff, faculty, and visitors of the Auraria Campus. Duties include comprehensive custodial work such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning and disinfecting restrooms; and restocking restroom supplies. Responsibilities also include timely removal of waste and recycling, snow removal and ice mitigation as needed, and restorative or routine maintenance of hard-surface floors and carpets. The role also responds to emergencies and other facility needs as they arise.

Requirements

Six (6) months of custodial or laundry experience in a professional work setting.
Must possess a valid unencumbered Colorado driver's license at the time of application.

Responsibilities

Cleaning, sanitizing, and restocking restrooms.
Collecting, removing, and disposing of trash and recycling from common areas.
Cleaning glass surfaces, mirrors, and partitions using appropriate tools and solutions.
Following established procedures for chemical use and power-equipment operation to protect floors, fixtures, and finishes.
Removing solid waste, recycling, and compost from designated areas.
Performing proper floor-care procedures, including cleaning, maintenance, and applying finish.
Collecting and emptying trash and litter from exterior receptacles and outdoor common areas, including entryways, sidewalks, and seating areas.
Sweeping and maintaining building entrances and exits, ensuring walkways are clean and free of debris.
Cleaning exterior windows and other outdoor surfaces using appropriate tools and cleaning solutions, as needed.
Preparing and properly labeling cleaning solutions for use in spray bottles, mop buckets, and other equipment.
Removing graffiti from exterior walls, walkways, and other surfaces using approved chemical solutions.
Monitor building security and safety by locking doors after operating hours and checking equipment to ensure no hazards are present.
Notify the lead, director or CIV of any major repair needs or safety concerns involving buildings or physical security systems.
Maintain the security of all issued keys and ensure they are used and stored in accordance with campus protocols.
Perform major window washing and dusting of blinds.
Conducting general and restorative floor maintenance, including stripping, scrubbing, sealing, finishing, and polishing hard-surface floors.
Assist with moving and positioning tables, chairs, and other furniture or equipment for projects and floor-care activities.
Transport tables, chairs, and other items to and from storage areas, loading docks, or delivery vehicles by hand or using hand trucks or other equipment.
Transport floor-care in a safe and efficient manner, avoiding unnecessary strain or damage.
Empty, clean, and inspect vacuums, auto-scrubbers, buckets, wet/dry vacuums, and other floor-care equipment daily.
Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked custodial workstations with the supplies and materials needed for assigned areas.
Follow established procedures for the safe storage of discarded chemical products prior to disposal by the Health and Safety Department.
Report any equipment in need of repair to the Supervisor promptly.
Remove standing water or debris and extract moisture from carpeted floors and upholstered furniture using disinfectants and appropriate equipment.
Clean upholstery by hand or with extraction equipment according to scheduled maintenance plans.
Perform standard custodial duties as assigned by the Supervisor when specialty or emergency needs arise.
Remove snow and ice from walkways, ramps, and stairs to maintain safe access to buildings.
Apply de-icer as needed to keep entrance clear, safe, and accessible.