Custodian

CustodianThe Custodian performs custodial maintenance tasks independently or as part of a team. They maintain a professional image while ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable learning environment for students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming classrooms, offices, halls, restrooms, windows, corridors, and other public areas, as well as reporting security and maintenance issues in the buildings. Additional duties involve restocking supplies from the warehouse and delivering them to buildings, removing trash, and performing other related tasks as assigned. Work hours and locations may vary based on the university's needs, and overtime may be required with little or no notice. The Custodian reports directly to the designated Custodial Supervisor in the Facilities Management Department. This position is considered essential, and employees are required to work as scheduled when university offices are closed due to emergency situations or natural disasters. Special Note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.Essential Job FunctionsPerform general cleaning tasks according to the schedule, instructions, and team cleaning procedures. These tasks include but are not limited to, mopping, dusting, cleaning, disinfecting, and restocking supplies as needed.Secure buildings and rooms as scheduled and/or after cleaning. Adhere to proper unlocking and locking procedures and follow key control and access card protocols.Respond to and clean up after floods and other custodial emergencies.Maintain a professional appearance and deliver excellent customer service.Minimum and Desired QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED is required.6-12 months of custodial or janitorial experience.Desired Qualifications:Valid driver's license2-4 years of previous custodial or janitorial experience.Key CompetenciesAbility to read, write, and understand work orders. Adaptable and flexible to adjust to different tasks, schedules, and work environments. The ability to effectively communicate with your supervisor and team members. The ability to understand the required safety precautions with the use and operation of common equipment used to perform housekeeping and custodial duties.Physical RequirementsTasks will require sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work that will include walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling. Some tasks may require being able to lift heavy objects weighing 45 pounds or more and you may have to wear personal protective gear.Job ConditionsThe working environment could be around biohazards including raw sewage, chemicals, and/or fumes. Employees may be required to work around electrical and mechanical hazards along with working in adverse weather conditions.Who We AreHome to more than 18,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance. Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity EmployerLamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.