Custodian/Senior Custodian I
Company: New Jersey Institute of Technology
Location: Newark
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
Title:
Custodian/Senior Custodian I
Department:
Building Services
Reports To:
Manager of Custodial Services
Position Type:
Staff
Position Summary:
Under the leadership of the Custodian Foreperson or other
supervisor designated by the Director of Building Services , is
responsible for the general cleaning, maintenance and inspection of
all spaces including but not limited to offices, labs, hallways,
auditoriums, restrooms, building interiors, exterior entrances or
overhangs and steps, gymnasium, cafeteria, classrooms and
furniture. Assists in loading and unloading of furniture, equipment
and supply deliveries to and from the campus and between campus
buildings. Assists in setting up all special events. Maintains a
safe, clean and orderly work area and performs all work in a safe
manner.
Essential Functions:
- Maintenance/Cleaning: Responsible for thoroughly cleaning all
University facilities; including but not limited to: Washing,
scrubbing, shampooing, sweeping, dusting and polishing of floors,
ceilings, walls, carpeting, tile, light fixtures, woodwork,
furniture and office equipment, entrance exteriors, overhangs,
steps, building interiors, cafeteria, living quarters, hallways,
gymnasiums, auditoriums, labs, classrooms, restrooms and all other
building areas. Collecting and removing all trash and recyclables
and disposing of at proper disposal site. Replenishing supplies in
the restrooms (ex. paper towels, toilet paper, soap, etc.).
Emptying all waste receptacles and ashtrays. Mopping up any wet
areas that may occur (ex. bad weather, liquid spill, etc.).
Assisting, when necessary, in shoveling snow and removing ice from
the building exterior or other areas. Operating mechanical cleaning
equipment. Following oral and written work instructions. Utilizing
a fountain brush with telescoping extension pole handle or tucker
brush when required. Operating different types of movable support
mechanisms, ranging from conventional ladders to rolling scaffolds
and hydraulic or electric lifts, when required. Turning out all
lights and closing and locking all windows if the areas that they
are assigned are unoccupied after the completion of their work.
Replacement of any burned out light bulbs and fuses within fixtures
with the use of a screwdriver or other appropriate tools to access
bulbs and fuses when needed. Inspect work areas to ensure safe and
clean and to maintain quality control.
- Deliveries: Responsible for the unloading and loading of
shipments (ex. Furniture, printed material, equipment, etc.) and
delivery of those shipments to the proper area. Additionally,
responsible for pick up and deliveries of items including but not
limited to furniture, supplies, and mail. Includes, but not limited
to physical tasks such as lifting, carrying and walking. Will
safeguard the confidentiality of university personnel records,
files, fiscal data, correspondence and similar confidential
materials.Additional Functions:
- Will adhere to the university's safety policies and procedures
and maintain the campus and their work areas in a safe, clean,
well-groomed and maintained condition. Will have general knowledge
of safety precautions and of potential hazardous conditions.
- Will report any unsafe conditions or any damage to equipment or
buildings, to their supervisor or manager.
Set-up for all special events, open house, graduation, etc.
- Performs other related duties as required and when
instructed.Prerequisite Qualifications:
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience in cleaning methods,
materials and equipment or other related experience.
- Must be able to work well with others.
- Must possess the ability to understand and communicate oral and
written instructions.
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and
overtime.
- At the university's discretion, the education and experience
prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate
to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of
education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for
success in the position.Shift Times:
This position has two available shifts times:
- Tuesday - Saturday: 1:30pm - 10:00pm
- Sunday - Thursday: 1:30pm - 10:00pm Bargaining Unit:
AFSCME
Range/Band:
8/9
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
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