Custodian
Job Summary:
Rollins College is currently seeking several full-time service-oriented Housekeeper (Custodian) to join their Housekeeping team. Housekeepers operate as part of a team whose primary responsibilities are to perform custodial services for academic, administration, and residential buildings.
Essential Job Functions
- Clean buildings and classrooms by vacuuming, emptying trash, mopping, cleaning windows and whiteboards, and dusting all surfaces.
- Disinfect high touch areas.
- Maintain cleaning supply inventory and maintain the cleanliness of work areas, carts, and supply closets.
- Safely use and handle various cleaning chemicals.
- Clean bathrooms by scrubbing basins, shower walls, toilets, and tile floors with proper chemicals when applicable; replenishing toilet paper, paper towels, and soap.
- Use additional Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
- Complete tasks with proper use of equipment, tools, and technology systems related to the performance of assigned responsibilities.
- Assist with special events - setup, breakdown, cleaning tables, emptying trash containers, rearranging furniture, etc.
- Report unusual room conditions or areas in need of repair to the Facilities Services team.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to read, write, and follow basic instructions in English.
- Ability to read and understand label instructions on chemicals.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and diagrams for set-up of events.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A minimum of six months job-related experience.
- Knowledgeable of basic cleaning chemicals and equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Knowledge of the materials, methods, and equipment typically used in janitorial work and set-ups.
- Demonstrates cross-cultural awareness and communication skills to maximize effective collaboration across diverse groups on campus.
- Demonstrates ability to work professionally with staff, faculty, students, and external constituents at all levels.
- Exhibits sound judgment and the ability to make reasonable decisions in the absence of direction.
- Demonstrates ability to use tact and good judgment in resolving work problems.
- Demonstrates ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities without loss of composure while managing workflow, ensuring the completion of essential projects, and meeting critical deadlines.
- Demonstrates ability to determine the appropriate allocation of time to complete tasks and projects.
- Demonstrates proficiency to quickly adapt to workplace changes and learn new skills (i.e. technology, processes, tasks, projects, etc.).
- Comply with all department policies, procedures, and service delivery expectations.
- Modeling and delivering Rollins' service philosophy through competent, collaborative, responsive, and respectful service to others.
Work Schedule:
Custodians are scheduled to work 7.5 hours/day, 37.5 hours per week. Schedules will be discussed during the interview process.
As a condition of employment in this position, the incumbent will be subject to call in outside of regular hours to respond to emergencies, including the preparation and maintenance of College facilities, grounds, systems, and services during inclement weather crises.
*Work overtime, special events, and weekends may be required.
Work Environment:
- Works on-campus at multiple work sites including indoors and outdoors.
- Work requires physical exertion and exposure to both hot and cold weather.
- Physical ability to stand for long periods, bend, handle, lift, and/or carry heavy objects and equipment.
- Must be punctual and reliable; daily attendance is required.
Instructions to Applicants:
To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials:
1. Resume (optional)
Screening of applications will begin immediately.
Benefits & Perks:
- 15 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
- 10 Days - Paid Holidays
- 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
- Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
- 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
- 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Domestic Partner Benefits
- 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
- Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
- Free On-Campus Parking
- Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events, and more)
- Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
- Pet Insurance
- 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
- Plus More!
Rollins offers a competitive hourly rate, along with our generous full-time benefits package! Click here to review our full-time benefits package.
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