Grounds (Custodian)

Northampton Community College•Bethlehem, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Grounds team, with primary duties in grounds maintenance. Custodial tasks are secondary. The primary function is to perform varied duties necessary for the proper maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment. The staff and faculty of Northampton Community College share a single goal: to help students transform their lives through education. Employees at Northampton receive competitive compensation and an array of benefits while working on campuses located in a region with a very high quality of life. NCC is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences in this area.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalency
Possession of an unexpired validated driver's license
Knowledge of cleaning materials and supplies
Knowledge of basic methods, supplies and tools used in maintenance of grounds
Ability to carry out oral and written instructions
Knowledge of routine equipment maintenance
Knowledge of or ability to learn how to operate snow-removal equipment, and ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions
Ability to work effectively with staff, students and community members
Ability to carry out responsibilities efficiently
Ability to climb ladder and use man lift
Ability to pick up and carry 50 lbs
Minimum of three years’ experience in building custodial services and/or grounds maintenance
Demonstrated competency to perform job responsibilities

Responsibilities

Perform duties related to grounds upkeep: grade, seed, fertilize, cultivate, cut grass, water, prune, rake and overall ground care; operate vehicles and power equipment as necessary to perform duties and perform routine maintenance of equipment; police college grounds for paper and other debris; watch for pests, diseases, and other deteriorating agents and take necessary steps for their eradication; remove snow and ice from sidewalks, steps, roadways, and parking areas using snow blowers, snow plows, snow shovels, and spread snowmelt chemicals; operate equipment as needed for snow removal from college property; assist in preparation of lining outdoor athletic areas; maintain baseball diamonds, outdoor tennis, and basketball courts.
Perform duties related to building upkeep as assigned: mop, sweep, shampoo, scrub, wax and strip floors and other surfaces using auto-scrubbers, buffers, extractors, bonnet machines, pressure washers, and vacuums; renovate, renew, and paint as required; clean and dust furniture, fixtures, windows, doors, trim and related furnishings; wax furniture as required; clean and service restrooms, smoking urns and ashtrays; wash and/or clean windows; door-glass, chalkboards, whiteboards, and electronic screens; collect debris removed from buildings and place in containers for removal, recycle all applicable materials properly, lock and unlock doors; report items that require repair; move furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as directed; set up rooms for meetings and other activities. Follow instructions regarding the use of cleaning chemicals. Replace lights as needed.
Operate a motor vehicle in pick-up, delivery, and transportation of people, mail, and other deliveries as required; assist with starting vehicles on college property using jumper cables and jump starter.
Implement special responsibilities: prepare a list of special assignments that reflect institutional and individual goals and ambitions appropriate to the position.