Senior Custodian

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Emory University's Division of Animal Resources within the Emory National Biomedical Research Center is seeking a full-time Senior Custodian. The role performs custodial duties in animal housing buildings and support areas, including cleaning and maintaining floors, restocking supplies, removing trash, and transporting supplies and equipment. The custodian uses cleaning materials and equipment as instructed, maintains supply inventory, and performs preventive maintenance on cleaning equipment. The position requires adherence to federal and state safety regulations and may involve driving and maintaining on-site utility vehicles.

The successful candidate will be dependable, detail-oriented, motivated, and collaborative, with a positive attitude and an appreciation for animals and biomedical research. The role requires effective communication and the ability to work with supervisors, managers, coworkers, and other service groups. Work is performed in person in a laboratory environment, with indoor and outdoor duties, possible inclement weather, exposure to biohazards and potentially dangerous animals, and physical demands that may include lifting and moving heavy equipment.

The scheduled hours are 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with possible weekend and holiday work as necessary. Emory conducts pre-employment screenings, which may include background and criminal checks, verification of work history and credentials, drug screening, health assessment, and vaccination review or requirements.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• One year of custodial work experience.
• May require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Some positions in this classification may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop, and twist.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, move or push heavy equipment a short distance, and bend, kneel, and/or squat.
• Ability to work in person at an Emory University location; remote work is not an option.

Nice To Haves

• Outstanding work habits, including the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work in an animal research environment with contact work near animals.
• Ability to understand established guidelines for humane care and welfare of laboratory animals as described by AAALAC.
• Working knowledge of hygiene principles, safety protocols, and basic animal husbandry.
• Communication skills, including the ability to write and understand English and follow written and oral instructions.
• Certifications issued by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).
• Experience working in a biosafety environment.
• Demonstrated computer skills proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties, including cleaning, trash removal, special-event and room setups, and door locking and unlocking.
• Transport supplies and equipment.
• Use cleaning materials and equipment as instructed.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on cleaning equipment.
• Know and adhere to federal and state safety regulations.
• Drive utility vehicles and perform their daily inspection and maintenance; operate them safely and protect them from vandalism or theft.
• Perform other related responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed