Custodian

College of the Holy Cross•Worcester, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness of the College. Instructions to the employee are generally specific; however, there are times the employee must consider different courses of action to complete the task. Holy Cross is focused on creating a world-class workforce by attracting and retaining employees dedicated to fostering a culture of professionalism, pride, mutual trust, and respect—one that values appreciation and recognition, empowering each of us to flourish both individually and collectively. We seek candidates who are inspired by our mission and values, and who are eager to make a meaningful difference on our campus.

Requirements

Must have sufficient physical strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift, move and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and to repeatedly lift, move and carry objects weighing more than 75 pounds with assistance.
Have essential capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills; attention to detail, ability to read, follow, and comprehend directions; communicate effectively both verbally and written.
Basic math skills with ability to calculate measurements.
Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.
Take classes as required in cleaning methods and techniques, new products.
HS Diploma or GED
Two years of experience as a building attendant or custodial worker.
Two years-experience using floor machine such as auto-scrubbers, buffers, burnishes, etc.
Must know how to use and maintain basic housekeeping tools.
Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions for thoroughness in performing duties.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform occasional overtime and weekend work.

Responsibilities

Empty wastebaskets and trash containers.
Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedure.
Refill restroom dispensers.
Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, polish, or vacuum floors; clean chalk boards and erasers; replace light bulbs.
Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors; vacuum, extract and shampoo carpets.
Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools; buffers, auto scrubbers,extractors, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture.
Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.
Lock and unlock assigned buildings: secure building when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights.
Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs in areas within ten feet of buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment.
Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools frequently.
Wash accessible interior and exterior windows.
Clean blinds.
Launder cleaning rags and dust mops.
Handle recycling materials.
Call in work orders.
Assist in the instruction and supervision of student help.
Assist with inventory control and security.
Safely operate all vehicles and other job related equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.