"Custodian 3"

Department

Local Custodial Services

Description

Under general direction, performs general cleaning duties. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

1. Maintains clean and orderly appearance of high-traffic or high-profile buildings and offices.
2. Sweeps, mops and scrubs floors, strips and refinishes floors, sometimes using powered scrubber and buffer. Vacuums carpet in offices, rooms and public areas; shampoos carpet and rugs using shampooing machine.
3. Empties wastebaskets, pencil sharpeners, smoking urns, ashtrays, etc. into containers or plastic bags; replaces liners in wastebaskets; places trash in collection area for removal.
4. Wipes, dusts and/or polishes furniture, fixtures, glass doors and windows, door trims, etc.
5. Wipes and scrubs sinks, toilets and tiles. Replenishes soaps, towels, toilet paper, etc.
6. Assists in ordering supplies and materials. Recommends products as appropriate.
7. May supervise other custodial staff in the absence of Lead Custodian.
8. May lead small work or project group(s) and may provide hands on training to new employees.
9. May conduct quality control inspections.
10. Reviews assigned areas for safety and maintenance issues and resolves problems or reports them to supervisor.
11. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (MQ)

Requires the ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions as might normally be acquired through up to 8 years of formal schooling. Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.