What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian position at Ruth Eckerd Hall?
POSITION: Custodian
STATUS: Part-Time/Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Environmental Operations
REPORTS TO: Environmental Operations Manager
POSITION CONCEPT:
To Serve the Mission, Vision and Values of REH, Inc., by maintaining Ruth Eckerd Hall, The Bilheimer Capitol Theatre and The BayCare Sound in a clean, safe, and attractive manner, including but not limited to sanitizing, floor care, dusting, setting up of special events, and minor maintenance items. Custodians may be assigned shifts at any of the three venues.
ESSENTIAL TASKS:
- Clean and maintain building facilities
- Perform the necessary room setups for scheduled events
- Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors using cleaning solutions, tools, and equipment
- Clean walls, ceilings, windows and building fixtures as needed
- Dust furniture, walls, and other equipment
- Clean walkways, parking lots, and steps daily
- Gather and empty trash
- Clean and sanitize restrooms using established practices and procedure
- Apply wax or sealers to wood, VCT or concrete floors
- Notify manager of need to order materials/supplies
- Notify manager of repairs or additions to building operating systems needed
- Move equipment, furniture, appliances, etc. assigned
- Perform minor maintenance items such as replacing light bulbs or tubes, switch or outlet covers and ceiling tiles
- Clean air-conditioning and heating ventilation grills as needed
- Clean drinking fountains
- Use a power lift to perform some tasks up to 40 feet
- Pressure wash sidewalks and walls as needed
- Maintain an inventory of suitable custodial supplies in assigned work areas
- Execute assigned tasks and/or work orders in a timely and efficient manner
- Comply with company safety policies and OSHA safety standards, including the use of personal protective equipment as necessary
- Maintain a mode of communication to be contacted in case of emergency
- Maintain a courteous and respectful demeanor with co-workers, vendors and patrons
- Submit work orders to Environmental Operations by telephone or computer
- Ability to learn and apply new methods in cleaning and techniques, new products, first aid, CPR and working relationships
- Must be able to work hours of 3pm-11pm
- Perform related duties as required
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
High school diploma or the equivalent required
Three years’ experience as a custodian in an institutional, hospitality or healthcare setting
Demonstrated Skills or Knowledge:
- Support and enforce all policies of Ruth Eckerd Hall, governmental agencies such as OSHA, the local fire department having jurisdiction and life safety 101.
- Working knowledge of the proper operation of equipment is essential to complete your assigned duties
- Ability to learn and apply proper procedures for cleaning and maintaining resilient tile floors, carpeted floors and painted concrete floors
- Working knowledge and proper use of mixing chemicals used in the cleaning process
- Working knowledge and proper use of personal protective gear
- Basic skills when using email and the internet
- Ability to learn and use custodial/maintenance tracking software
- Ability to multi-task and be successful in a high volume fast paced environment
- Ability to listen and communicate information and ideas verbally and effectively
- Ability to apply general rules to specific problems and produce effective solutions based on the given situation
- Ability to relate to a diverse group of people, work within a team environment and develop and maintain positive working relationships
Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
- Ability to work in confined or high spaces
- Ability to safely, perform required tasks that include bending, twisting, lifting, etc.
- Ability to operate a computer terminal
- Ability to access all areas of facility
- Ability to work outdoors in various climates
- Ability to work long and irregular hours
- Ability to work weekends and holidays
- Ability to maintain good attendance
Other:
- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- Successful completion of a background check, drug screen and physical test
Ruth Eckerd Hall is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
All applicants considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our patrons and contributing to the financial success of the organization and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a human resources representative.