Custodian (Johns Hopkins Facilities & Real Estate)

Custodian (Johns Hopkins Facilities & Real Estate) Location: Homewood Campus – Schedule: varies – Employment type: Casual / On Call (Non‑Exempt) Starting salary: $16.92–$19.55 per hour after 12 months. Responsibilities Clean, sweep, vacuum, and polish floors using various tools and cleaning materials. Clean identified or assigned areas with cleaners and disinfecting solutions. Clean walls, windows, shades, ceilings, and doors; may work from ladders or scaffolding. Replenish towels, soap, toilet tissue, linen, and other supplies as required. Inspect building interior and exterior for service issues; report damages, malfunctions, and needed repairs to a supervisor. Remove trash from assigned areas; move furniture, equipment, and supplies; empty small and large trash containers; remove debris and discarded building materials. Separate recyclable materials and maintain proper disposal. Transport biohazard containers to a designated area. Remove snow, ice, and debris from entrances, sidewalks, and other areas as needed. Maintain equipment and work areas clean and orderly. Observe safety precautions and properly use equipment and products. Set up and remove furniture, equipment, and supplies for meetings and special events. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred. One year or more of experience preferred. Valid driver’s license preferred. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to read and write labels on cleaning and detergent materials and disinfecting solutions. Ability to operate large, powered vacuum cleaners, cleaning and buffing equipment. Ability to interact respectfully with faculty, students, staff, and visitors. Ability to lift, carry, or move objects up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand, walk, or move about campus continuously. Ability to ascend/descend stairs regularly. Bargaining Unit This is a Bargaining Unit position. New employees are considered probationary until completion of 90 calendar days of employment, after which benefits become available. Total Rewards Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports health, life, career, and retirement. More information available at Education and Experience Equivalency Under the JHU Equivalency Formula, 30 undergraduate (or 18 graduate) credit hours may substitute one year of experience. Additional related experience may also substitute required education on the same basis. Up to two years of non‑related college coursework may be applied toward the total minimum requirements. Background Checks Successful candidates will be subject to a pre‑employment background check. JHU reviews individual convictions based on severity and relevance to job duties. Accommodation Information If you require special assistance or accommodation during the pre‑employment process, contact View email address on click.appcast.io. TTY users may use Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations, visit Vaccine Requirements Faculty, staff, and students are required to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions may be provided for religious or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEO is the Law #J-18808-Ljbffr