Janitor/Custodial

Georgetown University•Lexington, MA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

In accordance with a detailed cleaning plan, the Custodian performs general and specific cleaning and maintenance tasks to provide a clean, safe, and pleasant physical environment. They perform other tasks as assigned in emergency or unusual situations with specific guidance from the supervisor. Examples of additional work to be performed include but are not limited to: Performs general and specific cleaning and maintenance tasks to provide a clean, safe and pleasant physical environment. Other duties assigned are, but not limited to: furniture moving, office cleaning, class room cleaning, restroom cleaning, exterior entrances cleaning, emergency support, floorcare, supporting special event set up and break down, and cleaning all public spaces. Availability and willingness to work during emergency situations such as staffing shortages and snow removal. Examples of emergency service are snow removal; inclement weather and water damage clean up. Performance of duties involves using tools, equipment, and supplies of the trade. Primary purpose is to provide building support services that ensure a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the University community. Employees are expected to behave in a professional manner, comply with policies and practices, be flexible with respect to scheduling and work as a part of a team. This position is considered an emergency position. All levels of faculty, staff and students as well as the general public in performance of duties.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent preferred
All levels of physical work including lifting, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and scrubbing.
Requires strong back and endurance for physical labor
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Requires observance of safety rules and regulations that meet state, federal, and local government jurisdictions
May be required to drive University vehicles when necessary
Must have a valid driver’s license in Virginia, Maryland, or District of Columbia.
Must be qualified to conform to University Driving Policy
Reading, writing, and conversing in English in order to read and understand product label instructions, policies and procedures, as well as to effectively discuss custodial matters with supervisors and others
Must be able to relate custodial and maintenance problems clearly to supervisor and/or the Work Management Center
Will be required to complete a training program in building cleaning
Ability to sit, walk and stand while working, and to use arms and hands to lift and carry up to fifty pounds and custodial equipment
Good attitude and customer service orientation

Responsibilities

Performs general and specific cleaning and maintenance tasks to provide a clean, safe and pleasant physical environment.
Furniture moving, office cleaning, class room cleaning, restroom cleaning, exterior entrances cleaning, emergency support, floorcare, supporting special event set up and break down, and cleaning all public spaces.
Availability and willingness to work during emergency situations such as staffing shortages and snow removal.
Emergency service examples include snow removal; inclement weather and water damage clean up.
Performance of duties involves using tools, equipment, and supplies of the trade.
Provide building support services that ensure a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the University community.
Behave in a professional manner, comply with policies and practices, be flexible with respect to scheduling and work as a part of a team.