Rowan College at Burlington County is hiring: Custodian in Mount Laurel Township

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The primary responsibilities include cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure a sanitary, safe campus environment. This is a Support Staff Union position as stated in the Support Staff collective bargaining agreement Grade Level A.

Responsibilities

• Sweep and/or vacuum floors/carpets, hallways, corridors, and stairways, and mop, scrub, wax, and polish floor surfaces using heavy-duty power equipment.
• Perform necessary service and preventive maintenance such as cleaning and oiling equipment to prevent breakdown and ensure effective operation.
• Wash, clean, disinfect, deodorize, and maintain rest rooms; replenish supplies (toilet tissue, towels, soap, deodorizer) as required.
• Clean and polish office furniture, and empty wastebaskets.
• Move and rearrange furniture and/or fixtures, assist in the movement of office equipment, and in loading and off-loading of office equipment and supplies.
• Pick up litter from the immediate vicinity of assigned buildings and sweep leaves.
• Perform snow and ice removal by scraping, shoveling, or using mechanical devices in walkways, entrances, and steps.
• Maintain stock of designated custodial supply areas.
• Wash windows and walls; clean air vents, window shades, and blinds.
• Clean carpets using industry standard practices.
• Prepare and monitor room spaces for special events and reset afterwards.
• Respond to on-site inquiries and help resolve custodian service requests.
• Identify and report building maintenance needs as necessary.
• Follow Burlington County recycling regulations as prescribed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent GED; Experience: One (1) year of work experience in the custodial service field.
• Possession of current valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate large floor cleaning machines and to lift 40+ pounds.
• Ability to safely use cleaning solutions and chemicals; comprehend and follow directions; communicate in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions; perform physical tasks; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate buffers and other mechanized cleaning equipment; read at a standard high school level for warning labels and instructions.
• Knowledge of carpet cleaning techniques, floor care operations, general housekeeping methods, and familiarity with Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Willingness to work a revised schedule during holidays, weekends, emergency periods; substitute for other custodial staff when necessary.
• Basic computer skills or the ability to learn within a 60-day probationary period.
• Safety: Safely operate all vehicles and job-related equipment.

Institutional effectiveness

Collaborates with department members and/or the Compliance, Assessment and Research team to support planning, assessment, data collection and reporting for continuous improvement of the college.

Employment details

• Classification: Support Staff - Grade A
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Restaurants

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