Custodian (20401)

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing interior and exterior building cleaning maintenance in assigned areas. Responsibilities include activities such as building cleaning, collecting trash and debris, moving, and arranging furniture, and helping to maintain the overall appearance and safety of University’s property and buildings.

Position requires communication primarily with other custodial staff and secondarily with other University employees and students.

Works as a member of the Facility and Plant Operations Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (provide list of items which are essential to effective outcomes in this role) :

Requires cleaning, of the following, but is not limited to carpet and tile, walls, windows, doors, furniture, restrooms, offices, porches and sidewalks.

Cleaning includes regular maintenance cleanings, spot or stain removal, and detail cleaning of specific areas for special events.

• Knowledge and experience of basic custodial related tasks, tools and techniques.
• Works with Campus Facilities Coordinator on specialized tasks such as inventory of equipment and / or maintenance of mechanical / electrical systems.
• Performs work for University special events requiring event set ups and tear downs .
• Requires lifting and carrying of heavy objects.
• Must work cooperatively with others within and outside of the department to provide a complete and efficient service.
• Must have a positive work attendance, work in a variety of environments and climatic conditions, have flexibility to work evenings and weekend hours, and the willingness to work overtime as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned

STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS :

• Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.
• Understand the University’s policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics.
• Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.
• Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
• Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University’s Diversity Statement.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION : (education based on essential job duties and requirements consistent with business necessity) : High School Diploma or equivalent.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE : (experience based on requirements in role and are consistent with business necessity)Prior general related work experience.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS : List required and / or preferred certification, industry specific requirements, required or preferred use of equipment, and all necessary job skills, abilities, and knowledge competencies) Provide a list of items below :

• Requires regular lifting and carrying of objects.
• Requires regular bending, kneeling, and squatting as a part of regular required routines.
• Ability to effectively accept and apply the instruction and critique of others and continue to show job improvement with increased experience.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with students / employees / guests of the University community.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical attributes required to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation - examples : sitting, lifting #, bending, driving, environmental factors or elements, noise level, stairs in a building, or other factors that will affect working conditions).

Provide a list of items below :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, go up and down stairs, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, agility and dexterity to work in small spaces.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS : No - Travel Required

• If YES, list type and approximate percentage : None
• Responsible for driving students and University vehicles as part of job duties (YES / NO) : No
30+ days ago