Residence Hall Custodian

Under direct supervision, perform custodial work required for the cleaning and upkeep of buildings in accordance with the standards of the Residence Hall Custodial department.

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $19.00 - $20.00. This is the expected hourly rate for this position.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily custodial duties and work orders as assigned, including but not limited to cleaning and maintaining washrooms, collecting and removing trash, sweeping, mopping floors and stairs, and vacuuming carpets.
• Ability to learn to use janitorial equipment, including automatic scrubber, high-speed buffer, carpet extractor, upright vacuum, and low-speed floor scrubber.
• Ability to move large and heavy objects either alone or with a coworker.
• Maintains adequate stock of custodial supplies in assigned custodial closets.
• Inspects equipment and lets supervisor know if there are any issues with janitorial equipment in assigned area.
• Shovels and de-ices sidewalks and stairs on campus.
• Assists in setting up or taking down the set-up for special events as directed. This may include moving and removing large and heavy objects, such as, chairs, tables, and stages, either alone or with a coworker.
• Replaces light bulbs as needed. Demonstrate proper ladder safety.

Other Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
• Supports the University’s mission, vision and values.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of custodial equipment and supplies including their proper usage.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

The essential functions of this position require regular movement between indoor and outdoor campus locations, with exposure to varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Work is often physically demanding in nature and may require walking, navigating uneven or slippery surfaces, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods. Required abilities include frequent use of fine motor skills to push, pull, or maneuver a range of equipment. Work requires regular lifting of objects up to 50 pounds, and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds. Qualified applicants who can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations will be considered.

Benefits

An overview of Elmhurst University benefits is available here.

Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated by Elmhurst University as being safety sensitive. Per University policy, candidates for employment in safety-sensitive positions must comply with pre-employment drug testing, and employment in these positions is contingent upon completion of a drug test with satisfactory results. With consideration for the working conditions and physical requirements for this position, as described in the section above, a physical examination is required as well. Both the drug testing and physical examination are conducted at the University’s expense in an approved facility within one week of acceptance of a written offer of employment. Candidates may communicate with the testing facility and with Human Resources to explain any positive test results. For additional information regarding this policy, candidates may email Human Resources at hr@elmhurst.edu for assistance.