Overview:
Perform general housekeeping and custodial duties in the College’s student residences, as well as other campus duties as needed. Work hours are determined by the College and may vary based on departmental and institutional needs, including differences between the academic year and summer schedules. This position will be required to work during delays and snow closures that fall on scheduled workdays.
The role requires flexibility, including occasional overtime (often on short notice), as well as evening, weekend, special event, and call-in work at the discretion of the supervisor. Employees may be assigned to different buildings or locations to meet operational needs and may occasionally be required to travel out of the area. Campus-wide coverage is expected.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to -10 p.m.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
- High School Diploma or GED or equivalent. Preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Valid and in State Valid Driver's License. Required
EXPERIENCE
- Experience as a custodian. Preferred
- Familiarity with automated cleaning equipment. Preferred
ABILITIES AND SKILLS
- Ability to read, write, and interpret instructions. Required
- Possession of a valid driver's license. Preferred
Responsibilities:
- Dispose of trash.
- Clean common living space including appliances.
- Empty cigarette urns and clean as necessary.
- Sweep, dust mop, and wet mop areas.
- Vacuum and shampoo carpeted areas.
- Clean fountains, ashtrays, and blackboards.
- Dust and/or wash areas requiring same.
- Clean bathrooms to include all sinks, counters, toilets, showers, mirrors, and replenish supplies.
- Clean restrooms and replenish supplies.
- Wash windows and door glass.
- Clean laundry rooms to include washers and dryers, sinks, and counters.
- Clean Police guard areas.
- Clean apartments at the end of each semester or when vacated.
- Strip and refinish floors and maintain all types of floor surfaces.
- Sweep stairs and stairwells and wash same.
- Remove ice and snow from stairs, entrances, and walks.
- Wash walls, window ledges, woodwork, furnishings; remove graffiti.
- Replace light bulbs and tubes; clean light fixtures.
- Keep area stocked with cleaning supplies; submit supply and repair requisitions to Supervisor.
- Check exterior areas for trash, broken glass, etc., and clean up as necessary.
- Keep housekeeping equipment clean and perform minor repairs on same.
- Respond to calls requesting clean up as needed.
- When leaving buildings, responsible for seeing that buildings are properly secured.
- Perform minor repairs of housekeeping equipment.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- May direct activities of work study students.
- Set up areas for special events as requested.
- Function as an attendant at special College events.
Physical Standards and Special Job Features:
- Exposure to dust and harsh chemicals in performing duties.
- Lifting of 65 lbs. maximum without assistance with frequent lifting and carrying of objects up to 50 lbs.
- May require travel between buildings during shift.
- May require climbing or working from ladders and scaffolding.
Pay Transparency:
$16.40 per hour, plus shift differential
College Statement:
This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.
EEO Statement:
Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.
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