Custodial Services Lead Porter

Job Description

Job Description

George Fox University's Plant Services department is seeking an energetic, motivated and reliable Custodial Services Lead Porter to perform day-to-day building maintenance, furniture moving, stocking supplies, inventorying and inspections that are critical to the overall function, presentation and experience of the campus facilities.

About the Job:

The Custodial Services Lead Porter will be highly organized, detailed oriented, dedicated, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously. They will work directly with the Superintendent of Custodial Service along with employees from Plant Services and Event Services to execute an effective schedule, which will include their day-to-day routines, work timetable and the following responsibilities.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring that all assigned buildings are clean and ready for occupants daily by completing routine inspections and reporting the results to the Superintendent.
• Checking room reservations daily; coordinating weekend coverage as needed; report needed repairs and complete any assigned work orders.
• Supervising and working alongside other employees and or student workers daily serving as a mentor and coach providing regular feedback to encourage personal and professional growth and training.
• Monitoring the work order system assigning tasks to the team throughout the day.
• Assisting the Superintendent in setting custodial standards, standardizing cleaning methods, developing procedures for performing daily custodial tasks, and recommending equipment and supply needs to the Superintendent.
• Assisting in hiring, scheduling and training new staff as needed.
• Coordinating and assisting employees and student workers during special events as needed.
• Operating various pieces of equipment necessary to effectively perform job functions, such as a 14-foot box truck, pallet jacks, hand trucks, forklift and appliance and piano dollies.
• Performing highly detail oriented building inspections, furniture inventory and cleaning.
• Maintain custodial closets and supplies in assigned buildings; ensure custodial closets are organized, clean, stocked and uncluttered.
• Maintaining power equipment and hand tools, floor scrubbers, low and high-speed buffers, portable carpet spotters and extractors, upright vacuums and floor sweepers, portable vacuums for cleaning.
• Performing preventative maintenance checks on all equipment prior to and at the end of each use. Reports any malfunctions or safety hazards to the Superintendent.
• Adhering to all safe use practices while storing equipment. Making sure that it is clean and in a secure fashion so that it does not pose a hazard to guests and other workers.
• Remaining familiar with classroom, office and student furniture - including how to move, organize, store and build with minimal to no assistance.
• Performing periodic, scheduled inspections and inventory of student furniture, classroom furniture and equipment throughout the University.
• Planning and scheduling routine and periodic special work projects.
• Interacting with other University departments to minimize disruption.
• Inventory cleaning supplies and adhere to all safe use practices of cleaning solutions; and is consistent with established safety standards and practices.
• Adhering to all safety standards when securing the work area posting the proper safety notices prior to beginning work.
• Disinfecting and cleaning public buildings, restrooms, and sports areas daily.
• Monitoring large dumpsters for contaminants and empty small trash receptacles on the main campus.
• Delivering supplies required for contracted cleaning crews.
• Maintaining and repairing University cleaning equipment.
• Monitoring the event schedule to ensure areas are clean before and after meetings and events.
• Responding to any major spills or other cleaning emergencies as needed.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

A day in the life of this position:

The job requires routine daily cleaning of assigned public buildings according to established procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, the disinfecting and cleaning of common areas, bathrooms, offices, and more. This employee will use multiple types of vehicles for the purpose of maintaining the trash and recycling dumpster areas, completing work orders, delivering supplies, moving furniture and taking inventory throughout the day. The employee must remain flexible as a consistent routine is not always the norm when it comes to daily duties.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Four or more years of experience in a similar role.
• The ability to lift up to 75 pounds continuously throughout an 8-hour shift.
• The ability to work on computers to check room reservations, time sheets, email and can create and maintain spreadsheets, databases and word documents.
• Flexibility to accommodate a varied schedule and job duties along weekend availability.
• The ability to follow instructions, problem solve and prioritize tasks along with a willingness to learn new skills and processes as instructed.
• Have the capacity to work both in a team setting and independently, with a strong emphasis on being precise in their work and detail oriented.
• Flexible to changing schedules and job duties while demonstrating initiative and dependability.
• The ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, including on telephone, and to understand and follow instructions.
• A clean driving record along with the ability to provide proof of a valid driver's license and pass the University Driver Certification.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Job information:

• Hours Per Week: 40 hours (1.0 FTE)
  • The typical schedule is from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.
  • This position requires occasional weekend shifts and the hours of work may vary from week to week depending on events scheduled at the University and the needs of the department.
• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements could include lifting more than 75 pounds and performing any activities such as balancing, bending/stooping, climbing stairs, crawling, crouching, climbing ladders, kneeling, repetitive motion or reaching above shoulder level.
• Supervisor: Superintendent of Custodial Service

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-centered: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating Biblical scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an