Custodian

Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids, MI
$18 - $21Onsite

About The Position

Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned, providing a high standard of cleanliness. This is a custodial position, M-F, 5:00 pm - 1:30 am.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalency.
  • Custodial/Janitorial work experience in a commercial-hospital-school environment, in a commercial cleaning service, or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training.
  • Demonstrated experience with the correct operation of a variety of commercial custodial equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, automatic scrubbers, high-speed burnishers, single-disc scrubbers, carpet extraction/shampoo equipment, or other essential or similar custodial equipment.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

  • Any other related custodial experience.
  • Please include any/all related work experience associated with the required qualifications for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Change linens, make beds, and bunk/debunk beds.
  • Check fire extinguishers and related equipment as scheduled, and report any deficiencies to the supervisor.
  • Depending on the assignment, you may be required to move custodial equipment, fill in for vacant positions, etc.
  • Disinfect restrooms, showers, and locker rooms.
  • Empty waste baskets and trash containers, and gather and dispose of trash and foreign material from the assigned area (to include the perimeter of the assigned building)
  • Maintain current knowledge of bloodborne pathogens policies and procedures.
  • May be responsible for carrying, distributing, and delivering custodial supplies and equipment.
  • Minimize waste of cleaning, paper, soap, and other supplies.
  • Open and close buildings, classrooms, offices, and similar spaces in the assigned areas.
  • Remove snow and ice from entrances of assigned areas, apply salt as necessary.
  • Replace light bulbs, globes, tubes, and light lenses.
  • Replenish paper and soap products.
  • Report needed maintenance on assigned equipment.
  • Report needed repairs to the supervisor or call the physical plant in emergencies.
  • Respond to emergency custodial requests (which could include blood and body fluid clean-up).
  • Set up tables, chairs, and other related furniture as needed.
  • Sweep, wet mop, refinish hard surface floors, clean carpet, vacuum.
  • Utilize a household plunger to unplug commodes, urinals, and sink drains without dismantling the fixture.
  • Wash walls, woodwork, windows, blinds, mirrors, bathroom fixtures, furniture, chalk/white boards, and climb ladders.
  • Work with various cleaning chemicals and equipment, follow procedures for safe handling and use, and wear assigned protective equipment.
  • Maintain the safety and security of equipment, vehicles, keys, tools, materials, and inventories.
  • Maintain safety, health, and quality standards in all duties and responsibilities.
  • Report to the immediate supervisor.
  • Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities. Will authorize, pursuant to university policies and procedures, a driving record check, and will meet the driving authorization requirements through the course of employment in a position where you are authorized to drive a vehicle as part of our duties.
  • Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
  • Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
  • Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
  • Assist other service workers as needed.
  • Train and direct others in the performance of the characteristic duties. Carry out these responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.).
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