Custodian/Porter for Islander Housing

Texas A&M University System•Corpus Christi, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian/Porter ensures safe and clean living and working environments for the Islander Housing communities at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi. The role cleans designated areas assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor, including vacuuming and mopping, emptying trash, cleaning swimming pool areas, responding to spills, and addressing other cleaning needs. Duties also include outdoor maintenance, routine safety inspections, supply restocking, and reporting maintenance concerns. The position may use commercial cleaning and pool equipment after training and operate a university vehicle or golf cart to travel between worksites.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or four years of full-time related experience may be considered in place of the minimum education requirement.
Ability to travel between campus locations on short notice.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to present a professional image.
Knowledge of safety equipment use, including AEDs and fire extinguishers, proper cleaning methods, and workplace safety measures.
Ability to work outdoors in temperature extremes and in high noise levels.
Ability to repetitively lift up to 50 pounds.
Maintain a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Previous professional cleaning, maintenance, or grounds experience.
Previous custodial experience in residence life or college housing.

Responsibilities

Maintain the cleanliness of assigned buildings and surrounding grounds.
Clear debris from stairways and keep them clean.
Clean surrounding grounds to maintain an inviting exterior for residents, guests, and employees.
Maintain and sanitize volleyball courts, BBQ grills, courtyard furniture, and swimming pool areas.
Perform routine custodial duties, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning, sanitizing, and supplying restroom facilities.
Wash concrete areas as necessary and clean carpets in common areas and occasionally in occupied spaces.
Operate commercial vacuums, carpet shampooers, floor scrubbers, and pool cleaning equipment after training.
Operate a TAMUCC vehicle and/or golf cart to travel to worksites.
Perform outdoor maintenance, pick up trash, and skim and clean pools.
Collect and dispose of trash according to approved procedures and infection control plans.
Remove trash-bin liners, clear debris or waste from dumpsters, and properly maintain trash bins and dumpsters.
Clear sidewalks and empty trash while keeping housing buildings and surrounding grounds clean.
Follow established procedures to provide a safe working environment.
Order and restock custodial supplies.
Perform and document routine inspections of safety equipment and emergency lighting.
Report maintenance concerns through work order requests.
Identify areas requiring cleaning and take initiative to complete the work.
Contribute to the team and act professionally with students, coworkers, and others.
Perform other related duties as requested and assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance, with employee-only coverage costing $0–$30 per month after the university contribution; the university covers up to 83% of premiums for other listed coverage tiers.
Dental and vision insurance.
Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
Flexible spending account and day care spending account.
On-campus wellness opportunities.
Counseling, work-life assistance, financial resources, and legal resources through Work Life Solutions.
Public Loan Forgiveness and book scholarships.
Tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year, subject to applicable rules.
Retirement through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Plan, with voluntary tax-deferred account/deferred compensation options.
At least eight hours of vacation paid time off per month.
Eight hours of sick leave per month.
Eight hours of paid birthday leave.
12–15 paid holidays each year.
Professional development opportunities.