Custodian I (Multiple Positions) (UPDATED)

Custodian positions work in public spaces classrooms labs and offices of assigned buildings on the University campus. Custodians are working on cleaning these rooms/areas with providing professional housekeeping duties to provide building tenants with clean and inviting work environments.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health dental and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Sweeps mops polishes and strips floors in rooms and halls.
• Dusts and/or polishes furniture blinds and equipment.
• Vacuums spot cleans and/or extracts carpets and furniture using commercial vacuum cleaners and extraction equipment.
• Assures all safety precautions are followed in the workplace.
• Cleans restrooms and fills dispensaries. This includes emptying trash cans restocking of paper towels toilet paper and soap.
• Mopping of bathroom floors using housekeeping chemicals.
• Reports malfunctions of bathroom fixtures light fixtures and/or damages to room and hall furnishings to Supervisor. May also replace light bulbs.
• Initiates work orders for repair/maintenance.
• Moves furniture equipment or fixtures as required.
• Stocks area with appropriate supplies.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to properly use custodial equipment.
• Ability to use machinery such as vacuums floor buffers and pressure washers.
• Communicates effectively in a professional manner.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand walk bend climb stairs and lift 50 lbs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

• At least 6 months of janitorial/custodian experience.