Custodian

South University•Columbia, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online. The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home. What's next for you is the first priority for us! Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow. South University, the right direction for a brighter future.

Requirements

High school degree required or GED required.
6 months experience in the housekeeping industry.
2 years of experience in the housekeeping industry preferably in a post-secondary institution.
Understands working methods and procedures used in cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings
Understands qualities and uses of custodial equipment and supplies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of populations.
Superior organization, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem resolution skills.
Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions.
Ability to interact effectively as a leader or a team member and work collaboratively with other departments.
Ability to listen to customers (students, faculty, staff and visitors) and to understand and respond positively to their requests
Ability to work without close supervision and to set one’s own priorities.
Ability to frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for lengthy periods of time.
Frequently lift up to 25 pounds, occasional heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds
Occasionally climbs up to 15 feet with a ladder
Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter
Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards
Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods
Pushes/pulls brooms, vacuums, buffers, scrubbers, cleaning carts
Must bend, stoop and crawl and occasionally operate hedge trimmers, pressure washers and leaf blowers
Regularly required to talk or hear.
Frequently required to stand and walk.
Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.
Vision requirements include ability to adjust focus and close vision.

Responsibilities

Performing cleaning functions in and around the campus building(s) to include maintenance duties as assigned throughout their scheduled hours and fulfill special requests as needed.
Assuring the standards set for building cleanliness, minor maintenance and safety procedures are all met and maintained regularly.
Opening campus building(s) by unlocking all entry doors and classrooms, checking all spaces including restrooms, hallways and entrances for any maintenance problems and clean any assigned area as needed or directed by Director of Facilities.
Keeping assigned work area clean following procedures for regular dusting and disinfecting of surfaces, mopping, vacuuming and sweeping of all floors.
Regularly cleaning and restocking restrooms, collecting and disposing of trash and debris from building(s) and grounds.
Using appropriate equipment to clean carpets and strip, scrub, buff and wax floors following proper usage and safety protocols.
Moving furniture, equipment, & materials and performing all cleaning activities necessary to keep campus building(s) clean and safe.
Performing minor repairs and maintenance, checking fire extinguishers, testing emergency lighting and ordering cleaning supplies.
Reporting necessary repairs and safety concerns to facility management.
Pulling trash from offices and cleaning as requested.
Maintaining orderly janitorial closets - stocking when necessary.
Responding to special requests for assistance from other departments; providing event setup, and following directives assigned by facility management.
Assisting in securing campus building(s) by verifying all persons have exited, locking all doors, turning off lights and activating security alarm.
Other duties as assigned.