The Custodian maintains the standards of cleanliness in accordance with operating procedures and adheres to all other University of Richmond policies and guidelines. The Custodian also upholds the Facilities Department's mission which is to create and maintain an outstanding learning environment through constant attention to our community's needs and thoughtful care of our beautiful campus.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Advocates safety for everyone on campus by identifying, reporting and addressing when appropriate
Interacts daily with diverse staff, students and faculty by providing a welcoming and positive atmosphere
Preserves the heritage and unique infrastructure of the University by striving to exceed industry cleanliness standards
Cleans assigned areas as directed and follows operating procedures
Participates in collection and proper disposal of waste and recycling
Responsible for the care and upkeep of resources provided to them by the University
Responds and assists with any custodial related requests as directed
WORKING HOURS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time, go up and down stairs, walk for long periods and other similar physical tasks
Must be able to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions including heat, rain and snow
Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to communicate effectively
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of a High School degree or educational equivalent preferred
One year or more experience in custodial operations or related field preferred
WORK HOURS:
Full-time, non-exempt position
Available shifts are: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm; OR 3rd shift: Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:30am
All Facilities employees are designated as essential personnel and are subject to work outside the normal work schedule on an emergency basis and are subject to planned overtime work as required by their immediate supervisor.
SALARY STRUCTURE:
Pay Grade 1 (Rate starting at $15.00 per hour)
ABOUT UR:
At the University of Richmond, we're creative, inclusive, and determined. We're Spiders, and our mission is to create positive change in the UR community and beyond. Located minutes from downtown Richmond, Virginia, the University of Richmond (www.richmond.edu) blends the intimacy of a small college with exceptional academic, research, and cultural opportunities usually found only at large institutions. There's only one place like Richmond.
UR is committed to developing a diverse faculty, staff and student body, and to modeling an inclusive campus community which values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development and institutional success. In keeping with this commitment, our academic community welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and candidates who support diversity. EOE
