"CUSTODIAL WORKER 2"

Job Description

Under general supervision from housekeeping manager or other administrative supervisor, serves as lead worker: mentors, assists, informs, trains and conveys work assignments as directed by supervisory personnel engaged in providing care, cleaning & maintenance of buildings, furniture & fixtures.

• Adheres to all OSHA &/or Ohio University required safety guidelines.
• Serves as Lead Worker: mentors, assists, informs, trains and conveys work assignments as directed by supervisory personnel to assigned workforce engaged in cleaning activities: trains & demonstrates equipment use. Informs supervisor of work progress, building deficiencies & problems. Inspects work areas to determine health, safety & maintenance needs. Prepares & maintains related records (e.g., payroll, work orders, supply).
• Cleans furniture, walls, windows, floors, fixtures & equipment following either Level 1 or Level 2 clean/sanitize/disinfect guidelines as directed**; may move furniture, including special set-ups; makes minor repairs to equipment & furniture; reports accidents & malfunctioning equipment. Operate dish machine/pot washer to clean & sanitize dishes, glasses pans, etc.
• Performs other related duties as required.

**Applies to Facilities Management & Safety Staff

Minimum Qualifications

• 24 months of experience as custodial worker;
• 400 hours Training in operating of cleaning equipment (or 4 mos. exp.); or equivalent;
• Knowledge of custodial safety practices, methods, materials and equipment used in sanitation and safety areas of dining, residential, administrative or academic units;
• Skill in operation of cleaning equipment;
• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form;
• Ability to work independently or with others;
• Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community;
• Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of custodial equipment;
• Ability to read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure;
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals & percentages;
• Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems;
• Establish friendly atmosphere within work unit;
• Work at heights;
• Lift up to 50 pounds;
• Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures;
• May be exposed to dirt, grease, odors, cramped conditions, extreme hot or cold temperatures, heights, and electrical hazards; may be exposed to dangerous machinery; confined spaces;
• May climb ladders;
• During Level 2 working conditions will be required to wear designated PPE up to and including full body suit, appropriate mask, etc**.
• May require valid driver's license;
• Successful completion of a test may be required;
• Applicant must have an established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills, as well as meet Occupational Health Medical Standards for posted position/classification;
• Established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

**Applies to Facilities Management & Safety Staff

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of employee mentoring, training, development for custodial worker I, students and utility workers. Developed after employment

Planning Unit

Vice President for Student Affairs

Department

Culinary Services

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position

Joni Fisher 740-593-2970 fisherj5@ohio.edu

Employment Type

full-time regular

Advertised Salary

AFSCME I04I: $20.54 – $23.18