Perform general housekeeping duties and duties as a custodian. This person will be responsible for cleaning an assigned area as well as substitute during the illness or vacation of a regular custodian or float from area to area. This position will be required to work during delays and snow closure days that may fall on scheduled workdays; will be required to work overtime on short notice to include evenings, weekends, special events and call ins at the discretion of the appropriate supervisor. May be required to work in different buildings/locations to accommodate needs of work unit.

 

Full-time Employee Benefits include: medical and dental insurances, retirement plans, paid time off, educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State University, and more. For additional information, click here.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent. Preferred
• Valid Driver's License. Preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Experience as a custodian. Required
• Familiarity with automated cleaning equipment. Preferred

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Ability to read, write, and interpret instructions. Required

 

Dispose of trash.

Sweep, dust mop, and wet mop areas.

Vacuum and shampoo carpeted areas.

Clean fountains, ashtrays, and blackboards.

Dust and/or wash areas requiring same.

Clean restrooms and replenish supplies.

Wash windows and door glass.

Strip and refinish floors and maintain all types of floor surfaces.

Sweep stairs and stairwells and wash same.

Remove ice and snow from stairs, entrances, and walks.

Wash walls, window ledges, woodwork, furnishings; remove graffiti.

Replace light bulbs and tubes; clean light fixtures.

Submit supply and repair requisitions to Supervisor.

Keep housekeeping equipment clean and perform minor repairs on same.

When leaving buildings, responsible for seeing that buildings are properly secured.

Substitute for other custodians during illness or vacation as requested by Supervisor.

• Exposure to dust and harsh chemicals in performing duties.
• Lifting 65 lbs. maximum, without assistance, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects up to 50 lbs.
• May require climbing and working off of ladders, scaffolding, and powered lifts.
• May require travel between buildings during shift.

$15.63 per hour, plus shift differential

This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.

Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

 

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