Custodian I

OTC•Springfield, MO

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian I performs custodial duties for the college facilities during unoccupied and occupied hours, following established procedures and guidelines. This position will also move furnishings and equipment as needed, due to special events or to facilitate cleaning.

Requirements

Knowledgeable about cleaning and polishing agents including their proper use and application.
Ability to utilize appropriate hand controlled appliances and other safety equipment.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, including chemical labels.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to pull and push up to 100 lbs.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work well with others.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent.
National Career Readiness Certificate.
Previous experience in custodial duties and responsibilities.
Experience with Colle a gue.
Experience working within a collegiate setting.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled cleaning and maintenance.
Clean assigned buildings and facilities, including dusting surfaces and fixtures, scrubbing, mopping, stripping, waxing, vacuuming, and/or polishing floors and woodwork; and washing windows and other fixtures.
Clean and disinfect bathrooms.
Utilize and maintain appropriate equipment and tools including vacuums, dust/wet mop, buffer, floor scrubber, carpet extractor, deicer, etc.
Read labels and mix chemicals according to instructions.
Pick up trash and litter throughout assigned areas, including picking up recycled paper from established locations and appropriate disposal.
Utilize appropriate safety equipment and procedures.
Assist in light labor activities such as moving furniture, heavy equipment and supplies.
Maintain walk areas including sweeping debris, washing walkways and using deicer.
Remove snow and ice from sidewalks and surrounding areas.
Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
Comply with college policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned, including attending college functions, serving on committees and attending community events.
Track and maintain supplies and communicate with purchaser to order more quantities.
Operate company vehicles to complete assignments.
Maintain a neat and orderly storage area for supplies and equipment.
Work with Security personnel to ensure buildings are safe and secure as needed.
Report damage to college property.
Stop procedures that may be hazardous to students or visitors as they come into the assigned work area.
Attend employee in-service programs to improve work performance