What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian-Full-time-2nd Shift position at Black Hawk College?
Responsible to keep areas assigned as clean as possible with the machines and equipment available. Custodian must be a qualified floor mechanic capable of performing all cleaning work necessary to clean and take care of any floor in the College. Participates in set-ups as directed.
Hiring for 2nd Shift - Monday thru Friday - 2:30 pm until 11:00 pm
a. Responsible for performing all necessary cleaning as observed or assigned on an as needed basis, including, but not limited to, floors, walls, stairs and stairwells, ceilings, partitions, fixtures, etc. Custodian will be a qualified floor mechanic knowledgeable in the methods of taking care of all types of floors at the Quad-Cities Campuses and will operate any floor machine required to start and finish any given floor cleaning assignment.
b. Responsible for reviewing supplies available at the start of shift to ensure there is sufficient numbers available to complete the normal cleaning tasks. Arrange to pick up or have delivered items required to insure 100% coverage of areas, needing to be cleaned either by self or other cleaning staff.
c. Responsible for planning and performing scheduled cleaning and intermittent daily cleaning of all restrooms as necessary or directed within assigned area. Will work with other personnel to ensure 100% coverage with regard to soap, towels, disinfectants as needed, as well as general cleaning of walls, floors, interior partitions, mirrors, sinks, bright work, other dispensers, etc. Cover temporary personnel/material shortages within building accordingly within established standards.
d. Responsible for seeing that areas where food and beverages are served are kept picked up and clean. If there are any problem areas, the Custodian will consult with Lead Custodian or Superintendent for additional help as required to keep these areas at the desired level of cleanliness.
e. Responsible for moving furniture and equipment as directed. Responsible for major set-ups/tear downs, furniture moves within building.
f. Responsible for making minor adjustments or repairs on certain pieces of equipment as necessary and keeping the machines clean or as directed by the supervisor. This includes automatic scrubbers, polishing machines, and other motor operated equipment. If during the execution of normal duties, irregularities are suspected, notify the Lead Custodian, Facilities Superintendent, the console operator, or the Director of Facilities as the need demands.
g. Responsible for locking and unlocking doors. Responsible for reporting building security issues to Public Safety.
h. Responsible for knowing written custodial procedures including work orders, manuals, and other written directions as necessary.
i. Responsible for operating all equipment necessary to do assigned tasks (floor machines, buffers, power vacuums, etc.)
j. Pick up/remove paper garbage, refuse, and debris, including recycled materials throughout area to include common areas.
k. Responsible for 50FT radius outside all doors within area of responsibility, i.e., pick up cigarette butts, sweep grass, snow or dirt off steps, spread salt by hand, pick up garbage/debris, etc. Oversight of custodial, maintenance, and policing entrances/exits.
a. High school diploma or GED required.
b. Six months of previous experience operating and maintaining machines inherent to the job (e.g. floor scrubber, buffer) required. Includes keeping machines cleaned.
c. Six months of previous experience in similar work assignments desired.
d. Ability to lift 50 pounds required.
e. Physically capable of completing major responsibilities listed above.
f. Ability to read and write English.
g. Must be dependable and punctual in reporting to and leaving work.
h. Ability to make decisions and implement them after they are made, and fulfill requirements to complete assignments.
i. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
Black Hawk College does not sponsor employment visas.
Black Hawk College is an AA/EEO employer.
Salary : $15
