Rhode Island School of Design
JOB SUMMARY (OVERVIEW)
The Rhode Island School of Design Facilities department is actively seeking a Custodian/Caretaker to join their Custodial & Grounds team. The Facilities team supports RISD's mission by maintaining a safe and sustainable campus through planning, construction services, building operations, careful management of resources, and respectful personal interaction with the entire RISD community. Custodians perform a variety of duties pertaining to the cleanliness, sanitization, disinfection of high touch surfaces, and upkeep of administrative, academic, and residential areas as specified by lead person or Custodial Supervisor.
As an employer, RISD offers a supportive, collegial, and inclusive work environment, and a competitive benefits package.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES : Responsible for the daily cleaning and trash pick up of all offices, classrooms, studios and common areas which includes: hallways, stairways, and lavatories. Operate machines used in cleaning. Responsible for the safe use of cleaning products. Respond to emergency maintenance calls. Responsible for checking on compliance with environmental and safety standards and guidelines, and notifying the appropriate parties of problems. Daily and weekly inspection of flammable materials cabinets. Ensure that hazardous materials are being separated from regular trash. Perform patching and painting such as touch-up, puncture repair, graffiti removal, etc. Survey all building emergency lighting and fire extinguishers. Remove trash from building and dispose of in dumpster. Respond to emergency maintenance calls before and after normal hours. Monitor recycling program. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS :
Assure that all dispensers (soap and paper) are filled; remove trash and litter; replace light bulbs as needed; and move furniture and light equipment as required. As required, sweep and shovel steps and walks, and distribute sand and salt on steps and walkways in case of snow as needed. Police exterior of building once a day (picking up trash). Perform related duties as required by supervisor including preparing areas for classes and special events. May transport materials upon supervisor request.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
High School Diploma or equivalency preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. One year related work experience desired. Ability to operate machines used in cleaning and special training in the use of cleaning products. Need good social and communication skills to develop good working relationships with students and faculty who use the building and to set a tone of good safety practices. Valid driver's license preferred. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card within 90 days of hire strongly preferred.
Union:
Teamsters 251 Grounds and Custodial
Employment Status: Full-Time; Non-Exempt; Regular
Grade: 810NE - CGU
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume (required)
RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
For internal use only
- Job Family:
Facilities - Grounds
Salary Grade Structure
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.
The successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.
RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
For internal use only - Job Family: Facilities - Custodial
The Rhode Island School of Design Facilities department is actively seeking a Custodian/Caretaker to join their Custodial & Grounds team. The Facilities team supports RISD's mission by maintaining a safe and sustainable campus through planning, construction services, building operations, careful management of resources, and respectful personal interaction with the entire RISD community. Custodians perform a variety of duties pertaining to the cleanliness, sanitization, disinfection of high touch surfaces, and upkeep of administrative, academic, and residential areas as specified by lead person or Custodial Supervisor.
As an employer, RISD offers a supportive, collegial, and inclusive work environment, and a competitive benefits package.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES : Responsible for the daily cleaning and trash pick up of all offices, classrooms, studios and common areas which includes: hallways, stairways, and lavatories. Operate machines used in cleaning. Responsible for the safe use of cleaning products. Respond to emergency maintenance calls. Responsible for checking on compliance with environmental and safety standards and guidelines, and notifying the appropriate parties of problems. Daily and weekly inspection of flammable materials cabinets. Ensure that hazardous materials are being separated from regular trash. Perform patching and painting such as touch-up, puncture repair, graffiti removal, etc. Survey all building emergency lighting and fire extinguishers. Remove trash from building and dispose of in dumpster. Respond to emergency maintenance calls before and after normal hours. Monitor recycling program. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS :
Assure that all dispensers (soap and paper) are filled; remove trash and litter; replace light bulbs as needed; and move furniture and light equipment as required. As required, sweep and shovel steps and walks, and distribute sand and salt on steps and walkways in case of snow as needed. Police exterior of building once a day (picking up trash). Perform related duties as required by supervisor including preparing areas for classes and special events. May transport materials upon supervisor request.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
High School Diploma or equivalency preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. One year related work experience desired. Ability to operate machines used in cleaning and special training in the use of cleaning products. Need good social and communication skills to develop good working relationships with students and faculty who use the building and to set a tone of good safety practices. Valid driver's license preferred. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card within 90 days of hire strongly preferred.
Union:
Teamsters 251 Grounds and Custodial
Employment Status: Full-Time; Non-Exempt; Regular
Grade: 810NE - CGU
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume (required)
RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
For internal use only
- Job Family:
Facilities - Grounds
Salary Grade Structure
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.
The successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.
RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
For internal use only - Job Family: Facilities - Custodial