Position Information

Position Title Physical Plant - PT Custodian

Classification Title Hourly Part Time (.5-.74 FTE)

Benefits Eligibility

Department Physical Plant

Job Description

This is routine manual labor associated with the daily cleaning of buildings. Employees in this job classification are not under close supervision but receive instructions and direction from their lead custodian and perform various duties requiring moderate physical strength. This position requires flexible working hours to be adjusted by the supervisor to meet seasonal and special college requirements. It could involve Saturday and Sunday weekend work.

Typical routine duties include but are not restricted to: dusting, mopping, sweeping, wet mopping, vacuuming, waxing, cleaning restrooms and showers, removing trash, polishing furniture, and simple operation of basic mechanical equipment.

Examples of routine work: Police public areas, vacuum clean rugs and carpets scrub and clean restrooms and all fixtures, keep restrooms supplied with towels, soap, and toilet paper, dust and clean walls, doors, windows, woodwork, and others above surface, polish furniture, clean elevators and stairwells, police and sweep all outside stairs and steps, notify supervisor of equipment and facilities needing repair or replacement, replace accessible lights, perform related work as required and instructed, help in the distribution of linen and the making of beds. (seasonal)

Characteristic non-routine work: Stripping and refinishing floors, spray buffing floor with machine, window cleaning, walls, vents and radiator cleaning, waste receptacle cleaning, snow removal in related areas, carpet cleaning, set up rooms for conferences, lectures, and special events, move furniture.

The hours for this position are 5:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m., Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with 3 years experience in trade preferably in a maintenance environment.
• Must pass a background check and physical examination and possess no physical limitations that would inhibit work performance.
• Ability to follow written and oral instruction.
• Ability to follow routine and basic cleaning and building maintenance procedures.
• Ability to work with others and carry out assigned tasks.
• Ability to adjust to changes in assigned tasks.

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing duposition for frequent periods of time; sometimes includes crouching, bending, and having to work in confined spaces or on ladders. This position often works in non-climate controlled spaces. Occasionally involves moving and lifting items over 25 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2023-273SR

Job Posting Open Date 02/21/2025

Job Posting Close Date 03/07/2025

Open Until Filled No

Is this position available for sponsorship No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Optional Documents
• Cover Letter