Temporary Custodian Pool

Eastern Michigan University seeks to build a pool of qualified applicants for temporary custodial work. In this role one will perform routine and heavy cleaning and engage in upkeep of University buildings and facilities.

Perform routine and heavy cleaning and engage in upkeep of University buildings and facilities.

Clean and maintain floor surfaces and stairways by sweeping mopping stripping sealing refinishing and polishing using hand and/or mechanical cleaning scrubbing and buffing equipment.

Clean mirrors blackboards interior glass and windows drinking fountains ceilings walls doors and other appliances and equipment.

Vacuum and clean carpeted floors stairways and upholstered furniture.

Clean carpeted floors as needed.

Clean lavatories and fixtures.

Empty waste containers ash trays and cigarette urns; and pick up refuse in buildings. Empty waste containers outside building entrances.

Stock lavatories and other applicable rooms with necessary supplies such as soap toilet paper and towels and maintain an inventory of various supplies and equipment in accordance with specific instructions.

Replace burnedout light bulbs.

Clean dust and polish items such as cases ledges furniture equipment fixtures furnishings venetian blinds and window casings.

Remove snow and ice from building entrances as directed.

Move and arrange furniture supplies equipment and furnishings as required to perform assigned cleaning or to set up for various meetings and events.

Maintain cleanliness of work and storage areas and all supplies and equipment used in the performance of duties.

Report any damage malfunction irregularities and/or potential hazards in equipment or supplies to supervisor.

Lock and unlock rooms and buildings.

Perform related Departmental duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to read write interpret instructions and perform basic arithmetic typically acquired through the completion of a high school education is necessary.

Ability to perform physically active work of a mediumheavy nature requiring frequent walking climbing pushing pulling stooping kneeling and crouching activity to perform routine cleaning functions; and frequent lifting requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force to lift a mop bucket vacuum ladder or other supplies and equipment is necessary.

Ability to meet Departmental standards of reasonable personal hygiene is necessary.

Knowledge of cleaning techniques and operation of custodial equipment is desirable.