Custodian

Position Information

Posting Number 20112977

Position Title Custodian

FTE 1.00

Position Type Staff

Department Custodial Services

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The Custodian performs custodial maintenance tasks either working alone, or in a team cleaning environment. The applicant will present a professional image in maintaining a clean, safe and comfortable learning environment for students, faculty, staff and administrators. This is accomplished by sweeping, mopping, dusting and vacuuming classrooms, offices, halls, restrooms, windows, corridors, and other public areas, reporting security and maintenance issue in the buildings. Other duties include restocking supplies from warehouse and delivering to buildings, picking up/removing trash, and performing other related duties as assigned. This position is flexible. Duty hours and work locations may vary based upon the needs of the university. Overtime may be required with little or no notice. The Custodian reports directly to the designated Custodial Supervisor in the Facilities Management Department. This position is considered as essential, and employees will be required to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to emergency situations or natural disasters.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

Perform general cleaning according to schedule, instructions, and team cleaning procedures.

Perform general cleaning tasks, mop, dust, clean, disinfect and restock supplies as required

Secure buildings and rooms as scheduled and/or after cleaning. Follow correct unlocking and locking procedures. Follow key control and access card procedures.

Adhere to prescribed safety and custodial procedures.

Provide emergency response and clean up for floods and other custodial emergencies.

Report any urgent building repairs or security issues to Facilities Maintenance Dispatch or Lamar Police Department as required.

Maintain a professional image and provide excellent customer service.

Key Competencies:

Ability to read and understand work orders, written instructions, product labels and other written material.

Understanding of hazards and required safety precautions associated with the use and operation of equipment common to the custodial/housekeeping tasks.

Effective interpersonal skills with excellent customer service qualities.

Physical Requirements:

Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work. Some combination of climbing and balancing, to include climbing ladders, stooping, and kneeling. May involve the lifting of moderately heavy objects, up to 45 pounds. The use of personal protective equipment may be required. Employee must have the ability to walk up to 5 miles a day. The use of manual dexterity is required in climbing stairs, ladders, lifting and moving. Employee must have the ability to distinguish colors.

Job Conditions:

Uniforms and personal protection equipment will be furnished. Employee may be required to work in adverse weather conditions. Working environment could be around biohazards to include raw sewage, chemicals and/or fumes. Employee may be required to work around electrical and mechanical hazards.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

Health, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

State of Texas Retirement plans

Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.

Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/insurance.html)

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED .

Possession of a valid state ID is required.

EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veterans Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in the custodial or related field is preferred.

Ability to read and understand work orders, written instructions, product labels, instructions, and other written job materials.

Certified technical training within the custodial field is preferred.

Driver’s license preferred.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary $23,724 – $30,841

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 10/03/2024

Close Date 01/03/2025

Open Until Filled No

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