Custodian - Residential Dining Center

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JOB TITLE:   

Custodian - Residential Dining Center

JOB PURPOSE:

Perform duties according to established standards for cleaning and maintaining University buildings/facilities under general supervision; assist in setting up and tearing down for special events, as directed.

This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook. Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closure based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide custodial services to designated areas.
• Sweep, damp mop floors; vacuum, shampoo, and spot clean carpets.
• Clean and dust furniture, fixtures, walls, doors and trim.
• Clean restrooms fixtures and maintain an adequate supply of towels, soap, and the like, as directed; may clean and/or wash kitchen supplies and equipment.
• Wash windows and door glass.
• Replace light bulbs and clean light fixtures.
• Provide trash removal; maintain clean and lined trash containers.
• Operate and ensure proper use of equipment.
• Provide general maintenance or grounds keeping services for designated areas.
• Keep walkways to designated buildings free of snow and debris.
• Notify supervisor of damaged or missing furniture, equipment, and fixtures.
• Assist with emergency cleanups and special cleaning projects, as directed.
• Clean and wash floor drains. 
• Sweep and mop coolers.
• Clean dust pans, brooms, trash cans, and floor mats. 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Help train others on proper and safe cleaning methods and techniques.
• Help maintain cleaning tools and equipment. 
• May unlock and/or lock designated building, as directed by supervisor.
• Helping in dish room if needed

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail
• Consistency
• Safety Awareness 
• Service Orientation
• Work Standards 
• Teamwork (Cooperation) 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education:  High School Diploma or GED

Experience:  1 year work-related experience preferred

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Knowledge of:

• Basic cleaning methods, techniques, materials and equipment. 
• Basic maintenance methods, techniques, materials and equipment. 
• The occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.  
• Basic food safety practices. 

Skills and Abilities to:

• Follow basic verbal and written instructions. 
• Understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.