Custodian I

Colorado Mesa University•Grand Junction, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is essential in maintaining the cleanliness of CMU facilities, which is crucial for supporting the learning and working environment of the University. The role involves providing outstanding custodial service to campus facilities to assist in maintaining a healthy environment. Open positions are for various shifts; hours and work weeks vary. Periodic shift work may be required.

Requirements

Six months of custodial experience, which must have been performed within a business/corporation type setting or similar.
Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
Must be willing to relocate if applying from out of town.
Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Possession and maintenance of valid Colorado driver’s license (Position requires ability to drive motorized vehicle and/or golf cart to job sites on main and auxiliary campuses).
Essential Services Designation (Required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the University without delay or interruption).
Pass a Background Check.
Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Excellent customer service and time-management skills.
Ability to follow directions.
Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Responsibilities

Assisting in maintaining a healthy environment by providing outstanding custodial service for campus facilities.
Performing floor-care duties including sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, vacuuming, spot cleaning carpet, auto scrubbing, spray buffing, burnishing, refinishing wood, concrete, and vinyl composite floors (removing floor finish by sanding or stripping, then applying seal and wax) and carpet extraction.
Cleaning and re-lamping lighting fixtures.
Cleaning water fountains.
Emptying and cleaning waste containers.
Cleaning walls, doors, and windows.
Dusting flat surfaces and vents.
Cleaning and sanitizing all restroom fixtures, urinals and toilet bowls.
Cleaning toilet partitions and doors, sinks, and mirrors.
Restocking soap and paper products.
Straightening and moving furniture.
Shampooing upholstered furniture.
Setting up tables, chairs and media equipment for meetings.
Cleaning dry erase boards.
Securing areas as required (locking and unlocking rooms and buildings).
Inputting work requests and filling out time log in maintenance management system ("Schooldude").
Cleaning and maintaining equipment.
Turning lights on and off.
Using proper personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, grippers, aprons, safety shoes).
Attending training meetings on safety, cleaning procedures, and equipment and product use.