Custodian

Job Category: Facilities Requisition Number: 1014 Division/Department: AS-Facilities Department-Custodian Full time/Part Time: Full-Time Temporary: No Working hours: Second Shift, 2:30 - 11:00 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday Job Description: Maintains assigned area in clean and safe condition by performing such duties as maintaining supplies, dusting, vacuuming, polishing, washing windows, walls and woodwork, removing trash and recyclables, stripping and re-finishing hard floors, and extraction cleaning of carpets. Responsible for ensuring general safety in assigned areas. Reports timely need for repairs. Essential Functions: - Responsible for cleaning in assigned area(s) to meet established guidelines. - Responsible for following safety protocols in carrying out assigned duties and reporting maintenance and safety items to facilities office. - Assists with moves and deliveries, setting up for special events, coverage for athletic events, and office moves. - Removes snow and ice from entrance doors, steps, & sidewalks, and ensures cleanliness of immediate outdoor perimeter of assigned buildings. - Works well with colleagues in a team oriented system and maintains flexibility to handle diverse job assignments.  

Qualifications (Education and Experience): - Must be capable of working in a setting with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on a daily basis. - Must be available for work in excess of normal schedule, as needed, and reachable by phone for emergencies. - Must be able to stand for long periods of time and to lift and carry up to a maximum of 50 pounds. - Must be able to handle heavy equipment, such as industrial vacuum cleaners, and containers, such as trash bags/cans. - Must be able to work evening shift, Tuesday - Saturday during the academic school year and weekdays only during the summer. Additional Preferred Qualifications: - Previous custodial experience and high school diploma preferred. - Previous custodial experience in a hospital or educational setting and experience operating automatic floor and/or carpet cleaning machines is a plus. --A current, valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy may be required for certain work opportunities. Job Open Date: 04-28-2016 Job Close Date: Open Until Filled Colgate, an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, is committed to developing and sustaining a diverse faculty, student body, and staff to further the university's academic mission. Women and candidates from historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

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