CUSTODIAN II
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Housekeeping / Janitorial
Posted on April 11, 2024
Hiring Department
Facility Operations
Job Description
Perform miscellaneous duties in the care and cleaning of university buildings: sweep floors with broom and dust mops, empty trash receptacles, clean trash cans, spot wash walls, dust furniture, clean windows, sweep and shovel snow from building entrances, clean drinking fountains, wash blackboard, replenish chalk and other related duties.
Clean assigned rooms, halls, entrances, stairways and elevators.
May occasionally perform general housekeeping tasks requiring standing on stools, benches, stepladders or fixed furniture.
Reasonable safety standards are to be observed in the performance of work above ground or floor level.
May replace light bulbs.
May wet-mop floors, prepare floors for waxing, apply wax and buff floors.
Prepare rooms for meetings by setting up chairs, tables and necessary equipment; vacuum carpet, polish metal and order custodial supplies as needed.
May be assigned work in areas requiring special use of disinfectants, cleaning techniques and sanitation procedures (such as in hospital isolation rooms, operating rooms, recovery rooms and laboratories).
Clean and stock restrooms continually through the day: wet-mop floors, clean and disinfect sinks, stools and commodes; clean and polish mirrors, wash walls and restock restrooms with supplies required.
Perform miscellaneous duties such as making beds, collecting and distributing towels and linens, supplying rooms with soap, and drinking glasses and other similar items.
Report breakages, damages, thefts and items in need of repair.
May perform building security duties such as locking and unlocking doors, checking windows, turning lights on or off, etc., report items that need repair to superior.
May inform students, employees and the public of housekeeping regulations.
Because of necessary fluctuations of workloads, an incumbent in this class may be required, on an occasional basis and according to need, to perform duties outside his/her area at a level of skill the same as or lower than required by his/her ordinary assignment.
Normal safety requirements, scheduling and the most efficient use of staff and equipment are taken into consideration in such assignments.
Shift
4:00AM-12:00PM OR 6:00AM-2:30PM
Monday through Friday
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to read and write.
A valid driver's license may be required for certain positions.
One year of general maintenance and/or custodial experience preferred.
Some knowledge of methods for cleaning equipment and buildings; mechanical ability for minor repair of equipment.
Ability on a daily basis to:
o Visualize work area and determine what tasks need to be performed
o Bend, squat, reach, stretch, walk, stand, sit, grasp and twist repeatedly
o Climb stairs, step stools, and ladders; climb and descend stairwells
o Lift, carry, and set down objects of moderate weight (25-50 lbs.)
Work may include one or more of the following:
o Working in areas of extreme temperatures
o Wearing a backpack vacuum for long periods of time
o Wearing protective mask and hearing protection devices
o Working around dust and cleaning chemicals
Good physical coordination and mechanical aptitude sufficient to perform assigned duties.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $14.65-$15.24 hourly
Grade: GGS C
University Title: Custodian II
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Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttp://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
