Classification: Non-exempt staff
Status: Full-time
Supervisor: Custodian Supervisor
Supervises: none
Position Summary:
The Custodian is responsible for cleaning in assigned areas at Kentucky Wesleyan College.
Job Functions:
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On a daily basis, cleans assigned areas following the directions of the supervisor.
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Dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
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Washing walls, door panels, door frames, door knobs, window sills, and woodwork.
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Cleaning restrooms and showers and replenishing bathroom supplies.
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Emptying wastebaskets and washing them as needed. Transporting trash and waste to disposal area.
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Other related custodial duties.
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Performs other, less frequent cleaning duties as assigned.
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Cleans rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture with proper equipment and chemicals.
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Cleans light fixtures, changes bulbs, and replaces broken plate covers.
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Polishes metal fixtures and brass.
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Detail cleans residence hall rooms and common areas when empty.
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Cleans windows (inside and out) and window blinds.
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Cleans gym backboards and basketball goals.
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Uses industrial custodial equipment properly.
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Moves or transports equipment around campus as needed.
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Cleans and maintains custodial equipment after each use.
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Examples of equipment include floor buffers, floor scrubbers, vacuums, boost machine, Kaviac, carpet extractors, back packs, and wet/dry vacuums.
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Uses cleaning chemicals appropriately and safely (for example, floor strippers and waxes).
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Maintains a clean, organized, and supplied custodial cart and utility closet, including transporting supplies. Keeps closet locked and does not leave cart unattended.
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Unlocks doors and is responsible for campus keys.
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Observes and reports areas in need of repair or further attention.
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Works on special projects and events, which may include moving or setting up furniture or staging.
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Follows safety and security procedures while working and takes preventative measures to avoid danger and injury to themselves and others. Eye protection and slip resistant shoes are required.
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Attends regularly scheduled safety meetings.
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Attends work in person on a regular basis in order to interact with and perform as part of the office team and other departments (i.e., regular attendance).
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Assumes other duties and responsibilities as directed by the supervisor.
Position Qualifications:
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High school diploma or GED.
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Must be capable of using industrial custodial equipment.
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Must be able to learn the proper use of cleaning chemicals
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Must be dependable and able to work as part of a team.
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Must be able to work occasional weekends or evenings as needed.
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Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor over long periods of time.
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Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, climb, stoop, bend, twist, reach, grasp small objects, and grasp large objects.
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Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry at least 20 pounds on a regular basis.
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Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 40 pounds occasionally.
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Must be able to work in heat and cold and in dirty/dusty areas.
Note: This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The College reserves the right to change this description at any time. This position description is in no way a contract of employment.
