CUSTODIAN (Guthrie Agricultural Center, Guthrie, WV)

Job Title: Custodian (EVENING SHIFT)
Division: Administrative Services
Headquarters: Guthrie Agricultural Center, Charleston, WV
Reports To: Custodian Supervisor
Supervisory Responsibility: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Nature of Work:

Under general supervision, the the full-time Custodian provides general upkeep, sanitation, and maintenance of building facilities and grounds.

Examples of Work:

• Ensure spaces are prepared for the next day including taking out trash, tidying furniture, and dusting surfaces.
• Sweep and mop floors.
• Vacuum and shampoo carpet.
• Clean desks and furniture.
• Wash and sanitize all restroom areas and surfaces.
• Wash and sanitize any kitchen or common-use areas.
• Wash and polish windows.
• Restock disposables (e.g. soap, paper products, etc.).
• Log and communicate any maintenance needs that may need to be addressed by day shift staff.
• Maintain outer premises including watering plants, mowing lawns, and cleaning entrances.
• Secure facilities after hours by locking doors, closing windows, and setting alarms.
• Undertake seasonal custodial duties including snow removal, treating walkways, and raking leaves.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Stand and walk for long durations and use hands to clean. Reach with hands and arms, stoop or kneel, and lift/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally climb and work from ladders while cleaning or replacing light bulbs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances.
• Knowledge of proper procedures when disposing of waste.
• Familiarity with basic landscaping and handyman practices.
• Ability to stand/walk for long durations and lift 100 pounds.
• Ability to climb, kneel, and crawl as necessary by assignment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

One-year full time experience as Custodian.

Substitutions:

Licenses/ Certifications:

None