Job Description

The position of Custodian I performs general custodial duties for college campus buildings and facilities; performs additional tasks as directed.

The position of Custodian I is responsible for performing a variety of tasks in an effort to create and maintain a clean environment inside the designated building(s) and/or floor(s) of the given areas of responsibility. The Custodian provides limited security within the building(s) assigned to clean, assists in setting up and taking down for special events and performs additional tasks as directed by supervisor or designee.

• Vacuums and assists with cleaning and shampooing of carpets
• Sweep, mop and polish floors
• Wash walls, partitions, ceilings, white boards, brick tile and other room coverings
• Dust, wash and polish furniture
• Clean washrooms, toilets, showers and polishes metal parts
• Empty wastebaskets, remove heavy rubbish to exterior pick-up points
• Washes interior and exterior windows, mirrors and other glass
• Remove snow and debris from outside of entries
• Writes requisitions, receives and arranges storage of cleaning supplies
• Operate heavy electric motor driven cleaning equipment
• Perform light maintenance duties (i.e. Changing light-bulbs)
• Move furniture/equipment in rooms and buildings; assist with event set-up and take down
• Performs a variety of other duties as assigned

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to cleaning chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, wet/slick floors and exposure to body fluids. The employee occasionally works at heights and works with and around machinery with moving parts. The use of cleaning equipment will be required (i.e. brooms, vacuums, etc.), along with use of other tools to perform the duties of the job (i.e. ladders). The majority of the time will be spent indoors in a climate controlled environment, but occasionally various weather conditions will be encountered while traveling between buildings. The noise level in the work environment is typically at a normal level, but occasionally moderate to high levels of noise will be encountered during certain activities (i.e. Vacuuming, etc.). Weekend/evening work may be required.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is normally required to stand and/or walk for long periods of time, climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; use hands and arms, sit and talk; or hear. The position requires the ability, to carry supplies, move furniture and equipment, and work on ladders. Frequent lifting/moving of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting/moving in excess of 50 pounds with or without assistance may be expected. Work duties require a high level of physical exertion for the duration of the work shift. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to perform general cleaning duties
• Able and willing to perform physical labor for full shift
• Ability to follow relevant policies, procedures, instructions and safety standards; work safely with cleaning equipment and materials
• Ability to have effective working relationships with other people
• Communicate and comprehend effectively, verbally and in writing
• Effectively organize and prioritize assigned work

• Application, complete with 3 references
• CV or Résumé
• Cover letter
• Copies of unofficial transcripts recommended at time of application but required prior to on-campus interview.

• Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• A demonstration may be required at time of interview.
• Official transcripts required upon hire.
• This is a full-time, benefited position. Get more on Casper College's benefits here.

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