Custodian Monday - Friday 4am-12pm

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Performs a variety of housekeeping and janitorial duties, as well as special function set- ups and moving furniture. This position will operate on an 8-hour schedule as outlined and scheduled by management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, and wax floors.
• Machine shampoo carpeting.
• Clean walls, vents, screens, furniture, drinking fountains, light fixtures, window blinds, brass, and other interior fixtures.
• Wash interior and exterior windows and glass doors.
• Clean and empty trash cans.
• Sweep entryways, empty exterior cigarette urns, and empty trashcans immediately outside building entrances.
• Clean restrooms, plunger sinks and toilets, and replenish supplies.
• Organize and supply custodial closets as needed.
• Move, remove, and/or setup furniture, furnishings, supplies, equipment, and any other items, inside specified rooms for special functions as directed.
• Change interior light bulbs that can be reached from the sixth step of a ladder or lower.
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and informs management of potential risks or hazards.
• Complete work requests to notify management of needed repair work.
• Remove snow and ice and apply salt and/or ice melting products to steps and entryways at assigned buildings to a minimum distance of 10' or to the adjacent main walkway that's maintained by the grounds staff.
• Make minor repairs such as, but not limited specifically to, replacing sweeper belts or removing light fixture covers as required.
• Must be willing to learn new procedures and techniques for completing tasks when the college arranges training sessions.
• Must participate with overtime staff coverage, as needed, to address campus needs and will participate on the physical plant weekly "on-call" listing. Refusal to participate will be subject to disciplinary action.
• Additional job-related duties as required by the supervisor.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks during major moves as required.
• Removes snow and ice from College roads, parking lots, sidewalks and steps.
• May perform athletic and event set-ups and break down as required.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write and comprehend at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
• No prior work experience required.
• Ability to follow instructions given either orally or in writing.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work with a diverse group of people.
• Willingness to learn.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 60 pounds Ability to push and pull Stand
• Walk up to 8 hours per day
• Climb ladders, scaffolds up to 10' high, and stairs
• Bend Stoop Kneel
• Able to use basic hand tools

Supervisory Duties

This position has no supervisory duties.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position.

Job Description Status

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Washington & Jefferson College reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.

Application Instructions

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Employee Benefits

Washington & Jefferson College offers a comprehensive benefit package for benefit eligible employees; including health, vision, and dental coverage, group life insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage, retirement plan, generous leave time, and the tuition benefit programs. These benefits add significantly to the employee's total compensation package.

Getting to Know W&J

Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds: a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.

Celebrating Community

Washington & Jefferson College welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs who wish to participate in a diverse educational community. The College strives to be a place where all students, faculty, administrators and employees are able to live, study and work in an atmosphere free from bias and harassment. The College encourages civil debate and lively exchange of ideas in the belief that such exchanges promote understanding that will grow beyond simple tolerance of difference to embracing and celebrating the richness of diversity. Our graduates acquire knowledge and learn skills that help them thrive in a culturally diverse world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity, or national origin.