Custodian (Temporary)

Chaminade University Of Honolulu•Honolulu, HI

2d•$0 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian performs heavy janitorial work concentrating on cleaning and upkeep of Chaminade University buildings and surrounding areas. Primary duties are custodial, grounds keeping, and setting up for events, as well as assisting maintenance personnel when required. This position is temporary until tentatively August 15, 2026.

Requirements

Must speak English and be able to interact cordially with students, faculty and staff of the university.
Must have valid State of Hawaii driver’s license.
Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.
Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule.
Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner.
An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University.
Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.

Nice To Haves

High School Graduate preferred
Some experience preferred
Some maintenance skills preferred

Responsibilities

Perform heavy manual janitorial tasks to clean furnishing and building common areas (interior and exterior).
Perform routine maintenance on janitorial equipment.
Vacuum and shampoo carpets as required.
Clean, sweep, scrub, mop, dust, and wax, as appropriate, the floors, windows, walls, woodwork, fixtures, rugs, restrooms and other facilities.
Dispose of trash and waste materials.
Remove litter in and around buildings.
Lift and move furniture, sofas, beds, mattresses, office furniture, etc.
Use heavy-duty industrial power operated equipment.
Perform tree and hedge trimming, cut grass, repair irrigation systems.
Power wash walkways, remove litter, rake or use a leaf blower, sweep streets, walkways, stairs, etc.
Fertilize as required, prune, trim, water, and maintain the Chaminade grounds.
Set-up tents, tables, chairs, lighting, and whatever is required for events on and off campus.
Break down event set-ups after the event is over and return all equipment to storage. Clean up area.
Occasionally work overtime to accommodate special events.
Assist maintenance crew with their work when needed.
Perform summer maintenance work as required.