Custodian I

Kansas City Kansas Community College • Kansas City, KS

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian I performs assigned cleaning and maintenance tasks for buildings and grounds at the Main Campus and other college locations as assigned. The role cleans facilities such as classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, the gym, and halls; drives campus vehicles to transport equipment, supplies, recyclables, and trash, and to refuel the fleet; and restocks dispensers and removes trash and recycling daily. The custodian also prepares facilities, provides coverage, and cleans up for classes, conferences, and events.

The position requires knowledge of custodial and floor-care procedures, chemicals, supplies, and equipment, including the ability to read directions and product data sheets for safe chemical use. The employee must follow written and oral instructions, work effectively with others and with minimal supervision, respond to customer service requests, and meet operational scheduling needs. The role may require working alone in buildings overnight, being on call around the clock for emergencies, and working holidays if needed. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and a clear motor vehicle record.
• One year of experience in a position working with customers and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and read simple diagrams.
• Ability to read and understand written directions for mixing, diluting, and using hazardous chemicals, as well as material and product data sheets.
• Knowledge of custodial procedures, chemicals, supplies, equipment, occupational hazards, and safe working practices.
• Ability to use basic custodial tools, such as a vacuum, broom, mop, and bucket, and knowledge of grounds tools and equipment.
• Attention to detail, reading and writing skills, and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and members of the public.
• Ability to work with others and with minimal supervision, including working alone overnight in buildings.
• Ability to meet assigned schedules, adjust schedules, and work holidays if needed; availability for emergency on-call duties 24/7.
• Physical ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and perform repetitive motions; lift up to 50 pounds individually and greater weights with assistance.
• Physical ability to work around the clock and in widely varying temperature ranges; sufficient hearing to notice alarms and mechanical malfunctions and vision to drive vehicles and read materials.

Nice To Haves

• One year of general custodial work experience.
• One year of floor-care experience.
• Custodial experience in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned facilities, including classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, the gym, and halls.
• Drive company vehicles on campus to move equipment, supplies, recyclables, and trash, and to refuel the fleet.
• Restock dispensers and remove trash and recycling materials daily.
• Prepare facilities, provide coverage, and clean up for classes, conferences, and events.
• Use custodial and grounds tools and equipment while following safe working practices.
• Respond to customer service requests and complete assigned tasks as operational needs change.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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