Evening Cleaning/Janitorial

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Medical

• Dental
• Long/Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

12 Paid Holidays

• includes domestic partner coverage

The Custodian is responsible for performing cleaning functions in and around the campus building(s) to include maintenance duties as assigned throughout their scheduled hours and fulfill special requests as needed. The Custodian must assure the standards set for building cleanliness, minor maintenance and safety procedures are all met and maintained regularly. South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients (students, faculty, staff, & visitors); and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.

This is for an afternoon shift. Hours: Monday-Thursday 11-7 or 12-8 and Saturday 9-4

In some cases, opens campus building(s) by unlocking all entry doors and classrooms, checks all spaces including restrooms, hallways and entrances for any maintenance problems and clean any assigned area as needed or directed by Director of Facilities.

• Regularly cleans and restocks restrooms, collecting and disposing of trash and debris from building(s) and grounds.
• Uses appropriate equipment to clean carpets and strip, scrub, buff and wax floors following proper usage and safety protocols.
• Moves furniture, equipment, & materials and performs all cleaning activities necessary to keep campus building(s) clean and safe.
• May perform minor repairs and maintenance, check fire extinguishers, test emergency lighting and order cleaning supplies.
• Reports necessary repairs and safety concerns to facility management.
• Maintain orderly janitorial closets - stock when necessary.
• Respond to special requests for assistance from other departments; provide event setup, and follow directives assigned by facility management.
• In some cases, assist in securing campus building(s) by verifying all persons have exited, lock all doors, turn off lights and activate security alarm.
• High school degree required or GED required.
• 6 months experience in the housekeeping industry. 2 years of experience in the housekeeping industry preferably in a post-secondary institution.
• Understands working methods and procedures used in cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings
• Understands qualities and uses of custodial equipment and supplies
• Ability to listen to customers (students, faculty, staff and visitors) and to understand and respond positively to their requests

Ability to work without close supervision and to set one's own priorities.

Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter

Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards

Pushes/pulls brooms, vacuums, buffers, scrubbers, cleaning carts

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.