Lead Custodian

This position supervises the custodial services for the University Campus and School Buildings. This position primarily supervises routine cleaning and maintenance operations. This position must also perform various cleaning and maintenance tasks. We have the following open position: Pathways at Goodwin University: Full-Time Shift: 6:30 am – 3:00 pm Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities: (The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.) Performs routine custodial services as needed, performs general maintenance in school buildings such as change urinal cartridge, special soap refills, hand sanitizer refills, dispenser batteries, as well as minor repairs as needed, etc Responsible for loading dock, ordering supplies, replenishing supply closets, deliver copy paper to various offices and delivers UPS and office supply packages to the appropriate offices Provides event set-ups as needed Provides guidance and direction to other custodial personnel and ensures the safe handling of all cleaning supplies and equipment Conducts all work in a safe manner and ensures all work safety practices are followed. Other Functions: Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation permits Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort. Knowledge, Ability and Skill: Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity Knowledge of custodial services and cleaning, operation of cleaning equipment and good supervisory skills Qualifications Minimum Required Qualifications: Education, Training and Experience: High school diploma or GED with two years of relevant experience in custodial services and maintenance or six months on the job experience. Passing of pre-employment screening Special Requirements: CT Driver’s license and insured vehicle Physical and Mental Requirements: Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Outdoor Weather Conditions X Work with fumes or airborne particles X Work near moving mechanical parts X Risk of electrical shock X Vibration X Physical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Standing X Walking X Sitting X Talking & Hearing X Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X Climbing or balancing X Bending, pulling, pushing X Driving X Lifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds X Up to 75 pounds X Up to 100 pounds X Over 100 pounds X Vision Requirements: Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more) Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors) Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point) Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) Full-Time Employee Benefits: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Pet Insurance 401k employer match Employee & dependent life insurance Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents PTO program (This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the university as the needs of the university and requirements of the job change.)