Custodian

Primary Function: The Custodian will be responsible for the thorough cleaning and maintenance of Bellevue University buildings and facilities, ensuring all areas are presentable, sanitary, and safe.

Essential Functions:

Restroom Sanitation: 

• Sweep and mop floors.
• Clean and disinfect sinks, toilets, urinals, and dispensers using appropriate cleaning solutions.
• Spot-clean walls, doors, and partitions.
• Empty trash and sanitary napkin receptacles.
• Replenish paper towels, toilet paper, soap, and sanitary napkin dispensers.
• Clean ceiling vents.

Entranceway and Hallway Maintenance: 

• Sweep and vacuum floors (including edging and baseboards).
• Wash windows and glass surfaces.
• Clean and sanitize drinking fountains.

Office Cleaning: 

• Vacuum floors (including edging and under desks).
• Dust hard surfaces (excluding desks and bookcases unless requested).
• Empty trash receptacles.
• Spot-clean walls.

Classroom, Conference Room, and Common Area Cleaning: 

• Vacuum floors (including edging).
• Clean and disinfect showers.
• Wipe down tables and chairs.
• Remove trash and empty trash cans.
• Spot-clean walls.
• Clean and maintain chalk/whiteboards, including replacing markers/chalk and erasers.

Marginal Functions:

• Snow removal and salting of walkways during winter months.
• Setup and cleanup for University and community events.
• Cleaning of interior and exterior windows, blinds, and ledges.
• Carpet shampooing and extraction.
• Cleaning light fixtures.
• Cleaning outdoor tables and benches.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Previous experience in commercial cleaning, janitorial services, or facilities maintenance preferred.

Chemical Handling: Knowledge of safe handling procedures for various cleaning chemicals and agents.

Communication: Ability to read and understand written work orders.

Time Management: Excellent time management skills, detail-oriented, and dependable.

Customer Service: Strong customer service orientation.

Technical Skills: Basic computer and internet skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. and perform repetitive physical tasks.

Working Conditions:

• Occasional lifting of up to 100 lbs.
• Exposure to outdoor elements during snow removal.
• Daily handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, walking, and other physical activity.
• Ability to grasp tools and perform repetitive arm and leg motions.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:  The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job.  It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The Higher Education Opportunity Act requires institutions participating in federally funded financial aid programs to make information about the institution available to the public, current and prospective students, and current and prospective employees. The Bellevue University Consumer Information webpage, found at www.bellevue.edu/student-support/consumer-information/consumer-information, provides readily accessible information to help consumers make informed decisions about post-secondary education. Bellevue University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASR), found at www.bellevue.edu/student-support/consumer-information/pdfs/annual-safety-report.pdf, provides information about campus crime statistics and institutional security policies and procedures as well as information about student housing fire statistics and fire safety policies. You can obtain a paper copy of these reports from the Bellevue Dean of Students office by calling 402-557-7028. In addition to this, Bellevue University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.