Custodian Leader - Facilities Management

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Custodian Leader 

JOB SUMMARY 

Performs manual work involving the cleaning and care of buildings and facilities.  Individuals in this position are expected to know and follow accepted custodial procedures associated with the job, to develop some understanding of other related jobs in the organization, and to act as a lead worker in a group of custodians. Responsibilities include the application of accepted cleaning methods and materials in the custodial maintenance of apartments, lounges, offices, bathrooms, classrooms and other areas requiring continuous physical activity. Work is performed under general supervision and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:      Assistant Supervisor, Custodial Services

Supervises:     Custodian I and Custodian II

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Provides leadership within a group of workers and serves as a liaison for communication between the custodial group and the supervisor.
• Cleans, sweeps and mops floors, hallways, and stairways.
• Cleans and dusts furniture, windows, fixtures and other features.
• Cleans and sanitizes rest rooms and replenishes supplies.
• Strips, waxes and polishes floors.
• Operates vacuum cleaners and buffers.
• Empties trash containers and cleans trash rooms.
• Shampoos carpets.
• Cleans outside windows on first floors.
• Changes A/C filters in dormitory buildings. 
• Picks up recycled paper in buildings weekly.
• Picks up, washes, dries and delivers all cleaning rags and mops used by staff.
• Uses hi-speed buffer, automatic scrub machine, vacuum cleaner and water vacuum.
• Responsible for establishing job standards for subordinate staff and effectively evaluating staff under charge.  The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Instructs new employees on the use of materials, equipments and the procedures for assigned work.
• Inspects buildings for the completion of assigned work to accepted standards.
• Sets up for special events.
• Reports needed repairs and property damage.
• Assists movers.
• Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION 

High school diploma or equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE

Three years’ experience in general custodial work is required. 

REQUIREMENT

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.  

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in assigned work.
• Ability to work a weekly on-call rotation for evening and weekend schedules and problems.
• Ability to coordinate work with other employees, providing direct instruction or supervision as assigned.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff and the public.
• Ability to communicate effective orally, by phone, in person and in writing.
• Ability to represent the department and University in a friendly, courteous and professional manner. 
• Ability to operate essential office equipment that is necessary to perform the functions of this job.