Custodian I

State of Colorado•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position is located in the Facilities and Operations Department and will provide a safe and clean environment for students, staff and the public. The Colorado Community College System (CCCS) and its colleges are the statewide pathway to individual achievement and economic vitality. We provide an accessible, responsive learning environment that facilitates the achievement of educational, professional and personal goals by our students and other members of our communities, and we foster an atmosphere that embraces academic excellence, diversity and innovation. You will admire the friendly culture of our colleges and be inspired by our team environment and dedicated employees.

Requirements

Six (6) months of custodial experience as the primary function of the job.
Explain use and care of custodial equipment used in detail on your application.
Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor.
Must possess and maintain a current, valid Colorado driver's license to operate company vehicles to transport supplies, attend meetings, etc.
Must submit to and successfully complete a pre-employment background check which will include a motor vehicle report (MVR) as a condition of hire.
An essential function of this position requires exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects (i.e. lifting trash, pushing cleaning equipment, moving furniture, etc.).
It also requires constant or frequent climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching.
Successful candidate must be able to follow verbal communications and be able to read and comprehend written directions on labels, machinery and in manuals, etc.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of custodial chemicals and their use.
Experience cleaning labs and classrooms in a community college setting.
Experience operating carpet extractors, automatic floor machines, buffers, etc.
A strong ability of being self-motivated.
Knowledge/experience in proper methods to strip and re-wax hard surface flooring; proper methods of handling waste and an understanding of environmental issues when using and handling cleaning products; proper sanitation procedures for restrooms; minimum 6 months prior experience in hard surface floor and carpet maintenance, operating floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, and floor buffers; one year prior experience working as a Custodian.
Strong customer service skills.
Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks; effective communication skills (oral and written), and strong time management and organizational skills.
Prior experience operating a computer.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and clean environment for students, staff and the public.
Use custodial chemicals in daily tasks.
Dust and wet mop floors in common areas, classrooms and hallways; deep vacuum carpeted areas, clean/disinfect drinking fountains, basins, toilets, urinals, showers and restroom floors.
Wash mirrors and walls, check towels, tissues and sanitary needs in restrooms, empty and wash waste bins.
Vacuum/dust and wet mop, straighten/clean/dust furniture; order stock for custodial closets.
During summer months and campus breaks, strip, wax and polish hard surface floors and shampoo carpets as necessary; shampoo upholstery as needed and deep vacuum carpeted areas.
Dust vents, baseboards and wall corners, and clean light fixtures.
Notify supervisor of needed repairs/equipment.
Clean sidewalks and building perimeters 10 feet from doorways; empty trash and replace liners in waste bins.
Clean exterior glass and sanitize entrance doors/door handles.
Assist with snow removal up to 10 feet from buildings as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
In the event of emergency situations or the absence of other custodians, duties may be assigned to perform in other buildings, along with team cleaning on the campus.
Provide excellent customer service while interacting with students, staff, faculty, and external customers.
Use specified chemicals or cleaning methods for different types of spills or needed clean-up.
Utilize computer to check daily work orders, complete timesheets, leave requests, etc.