Custodian I

Colby College•Waterville, ME

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Services is seeking a flexible, motivated, and conscientious individual to join our diverse and committed team. The custodian specialist will perform a variety of specialty tasks surrounding light duty, restroom, utility, and vacuum. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; professional coursework or post-secondary education are a plus
Ability to follow all safety rules and procedures is required
Attention to detail, dependability, and initiative required
Previous custodial experience desired
Ability to repair equipment especially vacuum cleaners is highly desired
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills with a high level of motivation
Must be able to work independently, exercise judgment, and manage projects with minimal supervision as well as to adjust as new projects are assigned
Valid driver’s license preferred and must meet the College’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements
Ability to make an impact through work as a member of a team and diverse community

Responsibilities

Provide general cleaning and maintenance of assigned areas, complete work orders, and accomplish project work as directed
Complete event setup and cleanup for College functions
Pick up trash in common areas; empty trash, recycling bins, and reinstall liners in all common spaces including rest rooms; haul trash to dumpster
Vacuum all traffic areas and other surfaces as necessary; spot clean where needed
Clean and maintain high visibility and first impression areas
Dust all appropriate horizontal and vertical high and low surfaces
Spot clean surfaces including walls, fixtures, door, drinking fountains, elevators, stairwells, push plates, and glass (marks and dirt); polish brass
Refill toilet tissues and other dispensers; turn out lights and secure areas as needed
Clean and disinfect all fixtures, mirrors, partitions, and doors in rest rooms; sweep and mop floors
Assist with maintaining inventory of custodial equipment, schedule service repairs as needed
Support emergency response/cleanup of biohazards, follow bloodborne pathogen protocols
Provide support of snow removal during and after storms
Assist with Universal Waste Management Program and Colby sustainability initiatives
Utilize the electronic work order system to identify a wide range of building deficiencies that require repair or assistance from other work groups to correct
Comply with all safety rules, OSHA regulations, and Colby’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements, including following posted speed limits
Participates in a departmental on call rotation
Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice