Custodian Heavy/Housekeeper

Company: The Principia
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Title: Custodian Heavy/Housekeeper

Department/Location: Facilities, St. Louis campus

Organizational Relationship: Reports to Custodial Department Supervisor

Summary: Performs manual work involving cleaning and care of campus buildings. Full-time, Day shift 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 12-month position.

Work Performed: Essential Duties*

• Empties trash and recycling containers
• Assist with the moving and set up of dorm and office furniture
• Set up tables/chairs for different activities in accordance with job ticket
• Strips, recoats, spray buffs, dust/wet mops floors
• Vacuums, extracts, bonnet upholstery furniture and carpet floors
• Cleans windows inside and out
• Clean ceiling light fixtures in classrooms, halls, etc
• Fill in for other crew member when required
• Performs other such duties that may be assigned Minimum Requirements:
  • Two years' experience in general custodial work.
  • Working knowledge of the basic methods, materials, and equipment used in assigned work.
  • Ability to understand and follow general instructions.
  • Ability to operate and use cleaning equipment.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time.
  • General knowledge of related jobs in the organization
  • Ability to read and write and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Requires versatility and ability to work in harmony with others including tenants, other members of the staff and fellow workers.
  • Ability to drive Principia vehicles safely and
  • Transport/use moderately heavy items such as vacuum cleaners, pails of water, etc. Special Requirements:
    • Wear Safety shoes and other safety equipment needed or assigned.
    • A current and infraction free driver's license.
    • Physically fit to do, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, overhead, climbing ladders and stairs.
    • Available for on-call emergency 24/7 - weekend work when scheduled or needed.
    • Lifting safety, and be able to lift 50lbs.
      
      *The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Additionally, they do not establish a contract for employment.

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