Custodian

Position: The Custodial Services Associate is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment that supports the University's academic programs, residential life, and faith-based mission. This position requires reliability, attention to detail, and a service-oriented approach in support of students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine custodial duties, including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and sanitizing assigned areas.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms, breakrooms, classrooms, offices, residence halls, and common areas in accordance with established sanitation standards.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and dispose of waste following University procedures.
• Sweep and mop floors using proper safety practices to prevent slip and fall hazards.
• Monitor cleaning supply inventory for assigned buildings and notify the supervisor when restocking is required.
• Identify and promptly report unsafe conditions, damaged fixtures, or maintenance concerns to the supervisor.
• Assist with deep cleaning, disinfecting, and special projects as assigned.
• Provide custodial support for campus events, including setup and post-event cleanup, as directed.
• Perform all duties in a manner that reflects respect for the University's Christian values and community standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Prior custodial or janitorial experience is preferred but not required; training will be provided.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English sufficiently to follow written policies, safety procedures and guidelines which include the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when required, and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Reliable, punctual, and consistent in meeting scheduled work hours.

Work Conditions & Environment:

• This position requires working indoors and occasionally outdoors, with exposure to cleaning chemicals and varying temperatures.
• Availability to work 20-25 hours per week. Weekends and/or evening hours desired.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, floor machines, and cleaning tools.
• Ability to work in environments involving cleaning chemicals, dust, and varying temperatures.