Custodian I - FT

Under the general direction and supervision of the Superintendent, Physical Plant, the Custodian I is responsible for routine cleaning, minor maintenance, and other custodial tasks in and around campus buildings and other facilities. Work involves a variety of custodial tasks, and they may be scheduled to work during the day or at night. Work is generally performed in accordance with established procedures, but specific instructions may be given for unusual problems or situations. Employees may also be required to perform general security duties, such as locking and unlocking facilities, patrolling parking areas, and light maintenance duties when needed. Supervision received is general, particularly on night shifts. Work for this full-time regular position is subject to inspection by a superior for maintenance of established standards of cleanliness and compliance with instructions. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate student workers.

Essential Functions

• Operate equipment, including trucks, automobiles, tractors, mowers, and forklifts.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment such as cleaning filters, changing oil, greasing, and using powered and hand tools.
• Occasional driving to other SCC locations
• Climb ladders to perform tasks such as changing light bulbs and gaining access to equipment and roofs.
• Make building and furniture repairs and assist in general construction and remodeling using powered and hand tools.
• Prep and paint interior and exterior trim, walls, siding, and woodwork using powered and hand tools.
• Perform other related duties, including:
• Assists in maintaining campus security and provides information and data to assist in the preparation of budgets, projects, and other related reports.
• Sweep, mop, wax, polish floors, and shampoo carpets.
• Wash walls, woodwork, windows, and Venetian blinds.
• Polish brass and dust furniture and other articles.
• Clean restrooms and replenish supplies.
• Dust, polish, and mop furniture.
• Empty wastebasket.
• Pick up litter.
• Sweep sidewalks and shovel snow from walks and drives around buildings.
• Care for plants in and around campus buildings.
• Open and close campus buildings.
• Check buildings for occupants when locked.
• Patrol parking lots.
• Issue parking tickets to vehicles parked illegally in reserved or handicapped stalls.
• May provide escorts to the parking lot for students.

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Marginal Functions

• Applies fertilizer and weed control using powered and hand-operated equipment.
• Perform other related duties within the division/program as assigned.
• May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
• Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods, practices, tools, skills, and materials used in various custodial duties.

• Knowledge of work standards and practices associated with various custodial duties.

• Knowledge of some safety hazards, OSHA, and fire codes involved in maintenance and repair activities, as well as precautionary methods to be taken.

• Ability to learn repetitive tasks quickly.

• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.

• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the general public.

• Ability to safely work with and around cleaning chemicals.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Stand on your feet for extended periods of time.

• Able to get into and out of the equipment and operate the equipment.

• Walk on hard and rocky surfaces.

• Lift 80 pounds on a regular basis.

• Carry 50 pounds on a regular basis.

• Push objects weighing 100 pounds on a regular basis.

• Bend, stoop, or squat to floor level on a repetitive basis.

• Hand-eye coordination to operate the equipment.

• Reach overhead on a repetitive basis.

• Climb on ladders to heights of 12 feet.

• Work outside in extreme hot and cold conditions.

• Work in areas involving dust, odors, fumes, and gases.

• Work in areas with noise, some requiring the use of hearing protection.

• The individual must possess these skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of successful work experience in the custodial area.
• Possess a valid driver's license and the ability to qualify for auto insurance coverage.

Desired Qualifications

• Construction and Carpentry Skills.

Salary

$14.77 per hour

Benefits

SCC BEN Dollars - Eligible Employees: Full-time status. Regular employees with an FTE of 0.75 or greater will be eligible for SCC Ben Dollars. All employees will be required to elect a health insurance option. If the cost of insurance coverage selected by an employee exceeds the SCC Ben Dollars available, all additional costs will be withheld from the employee's paycheck. Any SCC Ben Dollars that the employee does not elect to use for the purchase of dependent health and dental insurance will be paid to the employee in cash at $0.93 per $1.00 benefit dollar. All amounts paid are subject to withholding for income and employment taxes, but not subject to the College's contribution toward the Retirement Savings Plan - Group Retirement Account (GRA).

Schedule

Normal working hours for this full-time regular position are scheduled between 2:00 pm and 11:00 pm, Monday through Friday, requiring a minimum of a 40-hour work week based on a 260-day work calendar. Scheduled special activities, emergencies, or temporary schedule changes may require hours outside of the regular workday or workweek.