Custodian, Operations; Facilities & Real Estate

Job Title

Custodian, Housing Operations (Facilities & Real Estate) – The Johns Hopkins University

• Cleans, sweeps, vacuums, and polishes floors using various tools and equipment.
• Applies cleaning and disinfecting solutions to assigned areas.
• Washes walls, windows, blinds, shades, ceilings, and doors; may work from ladders or scaffolding.
• Replenishes towels, soap, toilet tissue, linen, and other supplies.
• Inspects building exterior and interior for service issues and reports damages to supervisor.
• Removes trash, moves furniture and equipment, empties trash containers, and removes debris and discarded building materials.
• Separates recyclable materials and transports biohazard containers.
• Clears snow, ice, and debris from entrances, sidewalks, and other areas as required.
• Maintains equipment and work areas in a clean, orderly condition.
• Observes safety precautions and properly uses equipment and products.
• Sets up and removes furniture and supplies for meetings and special events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Preferred: one or more years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and write, including reading labels on cleaning and detergent materials.
• Ability to operate large powered vacuum cleaners, cleaning and buffing equipment.
• Ability to interact respectfully and courteously with faculty, students, staff, and visitors.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around campus continuously.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs regularly.
• Union:
  This is a bargaining unit position; newly hired employees are considered probationary for 90 days; eligibility to benefits after probation.

• Classified
  
  Title:
  
  BU Housekeeper-SSR
• Job Posting Title (Working Title):
  Custodian, Housing Operations (Facilities & Real Estate)
• Role/Level/Range: SWORKER2/01/BU
• Starting Salary Range: $16.92 per hour, increases to $19.55 after 12 months
• Employee group:
  Casual / On Call
• Schedule:
  
  varies
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Location:
  
  Homewood Campus
• Department name:
  Housing Operations and Maintenance
• Personnel area:
  University Administration
• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Higher Education