Lead Campus Service Worker - Facilities & Services

The department of Facilities and Services at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Lead Campus Service Worker.

About the Opportunity

This position functions as a team leader to provide a variety of support services in order to maintain the interior appearance of institutional buildings and the exterior appearance of the grounds surrounding these buildings. This work involves adhering to established standard procedures, techniques, and safety requirements. Will assign and direct work assignments as operational needs dictate.

This position will be required to work various shifts that will include evening shifts and weekend shifts. Scheduling may be subject to frequent change.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year
  (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Cleans and maintains the interior appearance of all buildings including classrooms, offices, laboratories, student housing, public areas, etc. by sweeping, mopping, stripping, and waxing, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, rugs, and upholstery; dusting and polishing furniture; washing and cleaning walls, ceilings, doors, windows, etc.; and performing other related internal cleaning activities. Will operate all floor care equipment. Cleans and disinfects bathrooms and kitchenettes including walls, floors, lavatories, commodes, sinks, refrigerators, stoves, fixtures mirrors, etc. Replenishes supplies including toilet tissue, towels, and soap.
• Assists the management team in overseeing, guiding, and assisting campus service workers in completing their operational assignments. Assists in training new employees. Function as a team leader in meeting the operational needs of the department to include the following: inspection of facilities, submit work orders, monitors adherence to departmental policies, assists in inventory of supplies and their distribution, assist in record keeping, building security.
• Cleans and maintains the exterior appearance of assigned area to include sweeping, raking, snow removal, and use of a hand-held leaf blower.
• Collects and properly disposes of trash and litter throughout institutional buildings
• Operates various hand and power tools to perform daily tasks, such as dollies, hand trucks, power washers, etc.
• Locking and unlocking buildings, offices, classrooms, and meeting rooms as directed by supervisor.
• Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as replacing light bulbs, unstopping drains, sinks, toilets, and repairs/assembles furniture as needed.
• Attends various training classes, seminars, and other meetings to learn new techniques and procedures to remain current in all safety requirements.

Pay Grade: 10

Work hours: Tue-Sat 5p-1a

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• A minimum of six (6) months of experience involving:
  
  • Proper commercial restroom cleaning procedures, commercial floor maintenance procedures, and commercial carpet cleaning procedures.
  • Experience operating commercial custodial equipment such as walk-behind and riding scrubbers, high-speed buffers, automated carpet cleaners, and power lifts.
  • Training others in the operation of commercial cleaning custodial equipment and leadership/supervisory training preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to set up cleaning schedules,
• Ability to operate a computer and basic programs.
• Demonstrated ability to train others in the safe and proper ways to operate all commercial cleaning custodial equipment
• Ability to read and write in English and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills necessary to interact with supervisors and colleagues while providing leadership and coordination of assignments.
• Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to rapidly learn custodial, grounds keeping, and labor methods, procedures, and safety principles.
• Ability to operate all related labor supporting equipment, basic grounds keeping equipment, and commercial custodial equipment.
• Ability to work on ladders.
• Ability to communicate on a 2-way radio.
• Physical capability to perform duties of the position including long periods of standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and lifting of heavy items weighing approximately 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals (i.e. cleaning solutions), and variations in indoor temperatures and outside weather conditions.
• Ability to maintain proper unit attendance and punctuality standards.

Physical Demands & Physical Coordination

• General good stamina
• Standing
• Lifting (50 pounds or greater)
• Carrying
• Bending
• Stooping
• Climbing
• Working on ladders
• Working in confined spaces

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. We value diversity among our faculty, staff and students and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.