Custodian I

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Custodian I

GJA-002503 05/25; Facilities

Note: This position will work Monday through Friday, 3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. with the department rotating the weekend shift. This position is eligible for shift differential pay for all applicable hours. An essential function of this position requires exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects (i.e. lifting trash, pushing cleaning equipment, moving furniture, etc.) It also requires constant or frequent climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching. Successful candidate must be able to follow verbal communications and be able to read and comprehend written directions on labels, machinery and in manuals, etc. Also, must be able to interpret written directives, policies, and sanitary guidelines. This position is eligible for overtime and will be required to take compensatory time for overtime worked as a condition of employment.

• Shift Differentials will be paid to Employees in eligible classes as published in the State's annual pay plan.
• Regular rate applies when work hours fall between 6:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (no shift differential).
• Second shift differential rate (7.5%) applies when half or more of the scheduled work hours fall between 4:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
• Third shift differential rate (14%) applies when half or more of the scheduled work hours fall between 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
• Weekend differential rate (20%) applies when more than half of the scheduled shift hours fall on a weekend shift. Weekend shifts start at 4:00 pm Friday through 6:00 am Monday

This full-time position is located in the Facilities Department - Housekeeping at Colorado Community College System. Primary duties and responsibilities include: clean and maintain campus facilities such as classrooms, restrooms, offices and all public areas. Pick up and remove trash from all internal areas and replace liners. Wipe down and clean classroom tables, counters and office desks. Clean white boards, clean and disinfect restroom floors, sinks, counters, mirrors, walls and partitions, toilets and urinals. Clean and shine all stainless steel including drinking fountains. Replenish paper towels, toilet paper, and soap in dispensers. Vacuum, sweep, wet mop or dry mop all public areas such as lounges, entrances, restrooms, corridors, stairs, offices, classrooms and laboratories; high and low dusting. Shampoo carpets, buff tile floors, strip and wax hard surface flooring; shampoo upholstery as scheduled. Clean light fixtures and light switch plates; wash windows and walls. Report maintenance problems; ensure security of assigned areas is maintained. Operate, clean and maintain housekeeping equipment such as floor scrubbers, carpet extractors and floor buffers. Operate campus vehicles for transporting cleaning equipment. Maintain external campus facilities 10' from buildings by assisting with snow removal and sweeping sidewalks and door entrance ways. Move furniture, boxes, equipment and other items as needed. Use specified chemicals or cleaning methods for different types of spills or needed clean-up. Utilize computer to check daily work orders, complete timesheets, leave requests, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

Six months of custodial experience as the primary function of the job. Position requires a current, valid Colorado driver's license in order to drive a state vehicle on rotating Saturdays from building to building with supplies. Must have excellent customer service skills in order to work with internal and external customers. Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor. Explain use and care of equipment used in detail on your application. Applicant must be willing to work different shifts, including holidays if necessary. Do not use "see resume" statements in application. Your application must be completed in detail, showing relevant experience in order to be considered. Part time experience will be prorated.

Substitutions: None

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge/experience in proper methods to strip and re-wax hard surface flooring; knowledge of custodian chemicals and their use; proper methods of handling waste and an understanding of environmental issues when using and handling cleaning products; proper sanitation procedures for restrooms; minimum 6 months prior experience in hard floor and carpet maintenance, operating floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, and floor buffers. Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks; effective communication skills (oral and written), and strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to work as a member of a team as well as an individual contributor; self motivated. Prior experience operating a computer. Prior experience utilizing MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Necessary Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license to independently drive company vehicles and equipment around the campus, pick up parts, etc. Must submit to and successfully complete a pre-employment background check to include a motor vehicle report (MVR) as a condition of hire. Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from consideration for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges and convictions, it is your responsibility to provide CCCS Office of Human Resources with an official disposition of the charges. An essential function of this position requires exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects (i.e. lifting trash, pushing cleaning equipment, moving furniture, etc.). It also requires constant or frequent climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching. Successful candidate must be able to follow verbal communications and be able to read and comprehend written directions on labels, machinery and in manuals, etc. Position is required to be available as early as 1:00 a.m. to perform snow removal and other duties during adverse weather conditions.