"Custodian"

JOB GOAL

To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

Location: Washington County Regional Center

Work Schedule: 3 pm - 11:30 pm

Kirkwood offers a very competitive benefits package as well. https://www.kirkwood.edu/about-us/faculty-leadership/leadership-team/human-resources/benefits-forms

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

Under limited supervision, perform custodial and minor maintenance work on a flexible schedule as required for general maintenance of buildings and equipment. Will be responsible for equipment, expendable supplies, and campus keys. May be exposed to confidential information.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and accountability for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily custodial duties to an assigned area.
• Maintain carpets in rooms, hallways, stairs, and entryways by vacuuming and shampooing.
• Scrub, strip, wax, and buff all hard surface floors.
• Schedule carpet and hard surface floor cleaning.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms.
• Maintain windows, walls, chalkboards, and ceiling tiles in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Change various size light bulbs at various heights up to 12 feet.
• Perform minor plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs and take appropriate corrective action.
• Assist with Preventative Maintenance Schedule.
• Operate snow removal equipment such as plows, blowers, shovels, and sanders.
• Set up or move furniture and equipment as required.
• Assemble materials and supplies from the supply room and transfer them to the work area.
• Assist with training new custodian/maintenance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Be able and willing to always represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve. Establish and maintain good working relationships with coworkers and supervisory personnel. Safely operate, maintain, and detect defects in equipment and make minor repairs or adjustments. Working knowledge of vacuums, wet vacs, shampoo machines, buffers, and other standard cleaning equipment. Knowledge of use of common cleaning implements such as mops, brooms, and cleaners to keep areas clean and serviced. Operate equipment using appropriate safety precautions. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions in the job involved. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to work weekends on a rotating schedule and/or must be able to work flexible hours. Rotate assigned areas every 3-4 years or as needed. Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Light to medium work. Position involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (10 - 33%); up to 20 pounds frequently (34 - 66%); and up to 10 pounds constantly (67 - 100%) to move objects. Physically able to perform constant (67 - 100%) and routine stooping, bending, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping. Occasional (10 - 33%) crawling and kneeling. Potentially subject to bio hazardous waste; chemical waste; moving mechanical parts; electrical current; working on scaffolding and high places up to 25 feet; atmospheric conditions that may affect the respiratory system or the skin; fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation; noise; and vibration; and inside and outside environmental conditions. Person in this position must satisfactorily complete Kirkwood's Blood Borne Pathogens training because of the potential exposure risk to blood or body fluids. Must satisfactorily complete Kirkwood's CPR/First Aid training and Right-to-Know program as a member of the Emergency Response and Control Team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR EXPERIENCE

Two years of custodial/maintenance or related work experience. Must have valid driver's license.

EEO AA/STATEMENT

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572, equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov.

WHY KIRKWOOD

Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

About Kirkwood Community College: At Kirkwood Community College, we are focused on success. Whether you are a prospective student or parent, an employer or simply someone who cares about the growth and vitality of eastern Iowa—you have an energetic, committed partner with us at Kirkwood. Since the mid-1960s our graduates have worked, raised families and prospered in this area. More than 70,000 of these grads have applied their academic degrees to work in a host of fields. Tens of thousands more have enjoyed life-enriching experiences through our Continuing Education programs. As our college has grown, so have the tools and facilities to meet the changing needs of our Creative Corridor. A key part of that growth in service is our network of regional centers. Kirkwood employees have long set the standard for innovative talent, visionary spirit and overall excellence in their work. Being part of Kirkwood means being part of a deep commitment to the success of every student, every day.