Custodian Job at Inside Higher Ed in Kennesaw

Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country, offering more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower its 47,000 students. The university is seeking a Custodian to perform housekeeping and janitorial duties to maintain assigned offices, restrooms, public areas, and/or residence locations.

Job Summary: Performs housekeeping and janitorial duties, assists with general labor and minor repair tasks for University buildings and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned buildings and locations including dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, collecting trash, and wiping waste and recycling receptacles.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms, showers, and locker rooms, and replenishes paper towels and soap dispensers.
• Collects, launders, and dries mop heads and cleaning rags, and stores them appropriately.
• Waxes and refinishes floors, and shampoos carpets as assigned.
• Maintains clean and operating equipment, inspects equipment, and recommends the need for new parts, repairs, overhaul, or replacement.
• Restocks supply closets and replenishes paper supplies in restrooms.
• Completes work order requests in a timely manner during emergencies and reports building discrepancies and damages.
• Uses required safety and protective equipment.

Required Qualifications

No educational requirements. On-the-job training provided.

Preferred Qualifications

Undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field. Customer service experience and cleaning experience are preferred.

The budgeted salary rate is $15.00 per hour, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more.

Abilities

Able to work with others in small and large teams, read and use diagrams and design layouts, work non-traditional shifts including nights and weekends, and follow established routines.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work, and study. The University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status.