Custodial Lead
Missouri State University, Springfield, MO, United States
Custodial Lead
The Custodial Lead provides leadership to a small team of custodians and performs semi-skilled custodial services for university facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas using manual and powered equipment; moving furniture and equipment for cleaning and events; and completing special assignments such as recycling and setups. This position also assists with snow and ice removal from entrances and walkways, following established procedures and safety guidelines.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications: Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required. However, significant custodial experience beyond that required for the position may be substituted for the required formal education. Experience: At least two years of experience in custodial services, which includes knowledge of cleaning procedures, equipment and supplies, is required. One year of supervisory experience is preferred. Additional education and experience beyond the minimum requirements may be substituted for either custodial or supervisory experience. Skills: Must be able to read English language sufficiently to understand written work orders and instructions as well as directions for the proper mixture, use, and disposal/storage of cleaners, solvents, chemicals, and similar products used in custodial services. Problem-solving abilities, planning skills, adaptability, and reliability are required. Good customer service and interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills are required. Must be able to instruct other custodial personnel in proper cleaning procedures and the use of custodial supplies and equipment. Computer literacy and basic computer skills are required. Effort: Requires the ability to lift and carry custodial supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally with use of a mechanical life device or using a two-person lift, prolonged walking or standing and frequent bending, stooping, and reaching on a daily basis. Must have physical mobility sufficient to operate manual and electrically powered cleaning equipment and machines to include snow shovels. Requires the ability to access facilities and areas that may only be accessible by climbing ladders or stairs, bending, reaching on top of partitions, cabinets, bookcases, and ledges, moving furniture, supplies, equipment, or office machines. Must be able to move throughout assigned areas, as work is performed indoors and out-of-doors. This position is classified as essential and must report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather, as determined by the supervisor. Other: The scope of the job requires exposure to and use of chemical compounds for cleaning which may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, application and use are not properly followed. A valid Missouri driver's license is required. Position is subject to respond to after-hours emergencies and mandatory overtime.
The Custodial Lead provides leadership to a small team of custodians and performs semi-skilled custodial services for university facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas using manual and powered equipment; moving furniture and equipment for cleaning and events; and completing special assignments such as recycling and setups. This position also assists with snow and ice removal from entrances and walkways, following established procedures and safety guidelines.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications: Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required. However, significant custodial experience beyond that required for the position may be substituted for the required formal education. Experience: At least two years of experience in custodial services, which includes knowledge of cleaning procedures, equipment and supplies, is required. One year of supervisory experience is preferred. Additional education and experience beyond the minimum requirements may be substituted for either custodial or supervisory experience. Skills: Must be able to read English language sufficiently to understand written work orders and instructions as well as directions for the proper mixture, use, and disposal/storage of cleaners, solvents, chemicals, and similar products used in custodial services. Problem-solving abilities, planning skills, adaptability, and reliability are required. Good customer service and interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills are required. Must be able to instruct other custodial personnel in proper cleaning procedures and the use of custodial supplies and equipment. Computer literacy and basic computer skills are required. Effort: Requires the ability to lift and carry custodial supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally with use of a mechanical life device or using a two-person lift, prolonged walking or standing and frequent bending, stooping, and reaching on a daily basis. Must have physical mobility sufficient to operate manual and electrically powered cleaning equipment and machines to include snow shovels. Requires the ability to access facilities and areas that may only be accessible by climbing ladders or stairs, bending, reaching on top of partitions, cabinets, bookcases, and ledges, moving furniture, supplies, equipment, or office machines. Must be able to move throughout assigned areas, as work is performed indoors and out-of-doors. This position is classified as essential and must report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather, as determined by the supervisor. Other: The scope of the job requires exposure to and use of chemical compounds for cleaning which may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, application and use are not properly followed. A valid Missouri driver's license is required. Position is subject to respond to after-hours emergencies and mandatory overtime.