Custodian at Stanford University in Stanford, CA

This series of job classifications describes positions in which the major function is performing a variety of custodial duties, and/or overseeing others who perform custodial duties. Employees perform routine cleaning of floors, floor coverings, furniture, walls, wood-work, etc. They also carry out other facilities services, such as cleaning guest rooms and public areas, replacing lamps in light fixtures and removing trash around building exteriors, etc. In addition, they may also perform light labor and light maintenance duties. There are two levels in the series: Custodian and Custodian Lead. These levels are differentiated on the basis of degree of oversight responsibility.

Under the direction of a lead or supervisor, employees in this classification perform a variety of custodial duties. The supervisor and/or lead assigns the work and provides instructions; work is reviewed by the supervisor and/or lead to determine whether quality and scheduling requirements have been met.

Responsibilities

Core Duties:

• Clean a variety of floors and floor coverings using light cleaners, waxers, and buffers or shampooers, strippers, etc.
• Clean and remove trash and debris from patios, sidewalks, flower beds and lawn areas immediately adjacent to buildings using brooms, rakes or blowers.
• Clean, scrub, sweep, pick up, wipe, wash, dust, brush, oil and polish all common interior/exterior areas including walls, handrails, fixtures, woodwork, ceilings, furniture, light fixtures, appliances, picture frames, mirrors, water fountains, switch covers, and shelving.
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms (private and communal) which include, but are not limited to, showers, tubs, sinks, toilets, and fixtures.
• Clean and sanitize all common areas including, but not limited to, lounge areas, laundry rooms, kitchenettes, and locker areas.
• Clean kitchenette, including removing and relocating dishes from counter to designated area; clean exterior and interior of stove, refrigerator, sink, counter tops, cabinets, and drawers.
• Clean glass windows and doors.
• Organize and maintain all equipment and chemicals in the custodial closet in a secure, clean, and ready condition for use.
• Report emergencies, damages, fixtures/furniture losses, and maintenance needs, safety issues, and needed equipment repairs.
• May perform a variety of labor related tasks including, but not limited to, moving and setting up furniture for special events;replacing light bulbs, replacing vacuum cleaner bags and belts, picking up and delivering flyers, performing periodic inspections, and various other tasks required in the event of an emergency.
• Provide full-service support for summer programs including, but not limited to, cleaning guest rooms, making beds with clean linens, and providing towels for bathroom use.
• Empty ash trays and wastebaskets; make beds and change linens.
• Perform a variety of labor and related duties, such as moving furniture; may pick up and deliver mail or other items.
• Ensure that keys are secure at all times and checked in at the end of each shift.
• Clean Resident Fellow and other staff residences, if applicable, on an annual basis.
• May provide information and on the job training on cleaning techniques, equipment or materials to new and/or seasonal temporary employees.
• Adhere to safety rules.

Minimum Education and Experience

One year previous custodial experience preferred or a combination of equivalent education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good written and oral communication skills in English; ability to communicate effectively and cooperatively with co-workers, guests, other departments, and management.
• Knowledge of cleaning and waxing methods, materials and equipment used in industrial cleaning is desirable, but may be learned on the job.
• Knowledge of custodial safety procedures.
• Ability to read, understand, properly prepare, store, and use all chemicals and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) manual on cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to learn and apply safe work practices, including hazardous waste management and handling, injury and illness prevention program, confined space procedures, and safe chemical practices.
• Demonstrated ability to provide a positive service attitude and approach to students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the university.
• Ability to be respectful of residents and co-worker’s privacy and property.
• Ability to maintain and support a respectful work place.
• Ability to respond to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to operate appropriate communications equipment.

Certificates and Licenses Required

Valid California Non-commercial Class C Driver's license at most locations.