Custodian, Part-time (Female)

Custodian, Part-time (Female)

Job Description
I Job Title: Custodian  (J1)

II. Basic Function:
Provide routine custodial services to the university campus and to assist with special projects.

Alignment with Theological Positions
The individual in this position must personally agree with Biola University’s Articles of Faith and support the university’s positions as outlined in its Statement of Biblical Principles and Eschatology Teaching Position. This person may not speak or act in a manner inconsistent with these positions during their employment at Biola.

III. Essential Job Functions:

A. Provide general routine cleaning service to the campus
    1. Servicing offices, classrooms, dormitories, restrooms, hallways, lobbies, entrances, and other interior areas:
    a. Empty trash receptacles, replacing liners when soiled or torn.
    b. Dust horizontal surfaces and perform periodic dusting of vertical surfaces ceiling vents, blinds and details as directed.
    c. Vacuum carpets and upholstered furniture in all areas.
    d. Sweep or dust mop and wet mop hard surfaced floors.
    e. Wash walls, doors, baseboards and windows as needed or as assigned.
    f. Thoroughly clean restroom and restroom fixtures and replenish bathroom supplies as needed.
    g. Read, understand and follow all safety procedures related to the operation of powered and manually operated equipment.
    h. Work with chemicals and materials standard in the custodial field, includes reading and understanding SDS sheets, and following all appropriate safety procedures related to the use of cleaning chemicals.
    i. Drive electrical powered carts.

B.  Provide routine hard floor and carpet maintenance
     1. Stripping and waxing of floors. 
     2. Scrubbing and recoating or spray buffing of floors.I.
     3. Cleaning of carpet and upholstery using various methods.

C.  Provide assistance with Events set ups and Utilities work as needed.

D.  Perform other cleaning or work related duties as needed for the University.

IV. Supervision Received:
Lead worker, Custodial Supervisor, Associate Director, Custodial & Grounds

V. Supervision over Others:
Position may be assigned basic team leader responsibilities.

VI. Qualifications:

A.  General
Maintain a lifestyle with sound Christian principles and those established by the institution.  Participate in the spiritual growth, development, care and support of other employees near this position.

B.  Experience
Experience in general office housekeeping with a working knowledge in the safe use of industrial cleaning chemicals and equipment is preferred but not required. A demonstrated familiarity with approved modern techniques related to building maintenance and cleaning is also preferred but not required.

C.  Education
High School diploma preferred but not required.

D.  Physical Demands:
     1.  Ability to push a minimum of 100 lbs.
     2.  Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs. off the floor and load on an electric cart, or carry for short distances.  
     3.  Ability to occasionally lift, push, or carry even heavier items.
     4.  Ability to climb a 10 foot ladder.
     5.  Ability to work an 8 hour shift on your feet.
     6.  Ability to move freely with frequent bending, kneeling and squatting.
     7.  Ability to tolerate the wearing of PPE (masks, splash glasses, and Nitrile or vinyl gloves for all or most of the shift.

E.  Work Conditions
     1.  Ability to tolerate standard cleaning & disinfection products.

F.  Mental Demands
     1.  Ability to work efficiently under a moderate amount of stress.
     2.  Ability to work cooperatively with others.
     3.  Ability to follow directions and do things according to specified methods.
     4.  Ability to work effectively and be detail oriented with minimal supervision.
     5.  Willingness to vary shifts slightly or work extra hours as required.

Months Per Year: 12

Hiring Range: $17.27 - 18.39 per hour