Custodian - Part Time

Position Title CUSTODIAN - PART TIME Reports To Director

Functions and Responsibilities

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Custodian performs routine cleaning and upkeep of assigned buildings and grounds.

Supervisory Role

Oral and written instruction concerning objectives to be achieved and characteristics of required results are received from designated supervisors. No supervision is provided for full or part-time staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

1.Mop, sweep and scrub floors and other surfaces.

2.Clean, renovate and renew floor surface finishes.

3.Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trims and related furnishings.

4.Wash and/or clean windows and glass doors.

5.Move furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as directed.

6.Sweep, shovel and remove snow from steps, walks and walkways and all areas of buildings as required.

7.Collect and bale waste paper for the purpose of recycling.

8.Lock and unlock doors to classrooms, lecture rooms and offices, only for cleaning, setting up or organizing these facilities.

9.Clean and service lavatories, toilet rooms, rest rooms smoking urns and ashtrays.

10. Collect and containerize all debris throughout all the college's buildings for removal by sanitation trucks.

11. Clean and wax furniture.

12. Wash all interior glass, including but not limited to, partitions, picture frames, doors and other glass as directed.

13. Report to supervisor, any items requiring repair, maintenance or are a safety issue.

14. Perform other related duties as required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be

met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and

functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

● Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.

● Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods of

time.

● Move between buildings.

● Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie.

● Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception

along with the ability to focus vision.

● Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and

vocabulary.

● Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle

objects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers,

keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls.

● Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift.

Additional Requirements

Maintain responsibilities in spite of inclement weather and other similar factors. Reports to work on occasions of school closing due to such events, unless otherwise notified.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities

1.Ability to read general operating instructions and to write simple reports.

2.Ability to routinely lift, push or pull up to 70 pounds.

3.Demonstrated ability to climb ladders and scaffolds.

4.Ability to pass physical examination requirements as established by College Health Services.

5.Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

6.Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

Minimum Education Requirements High School Diploma Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities

1.High School degree.

2.Some experience in janitorial/custodial work in an institution or industry.

Education Requirements High School Diploma Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.)

Posting Details

Posting Information

Open Date 11/03/2023 Open Until Filled No Close Date 06/30/2024 Special Instructions Summary Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Essex County College is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.