Overview:

Clean and care for university buildings and premises. Move equipment, furniture and set up for classes or special events.

Responsibilities:

Essential:
Cleaning of university buildings to include emptying waste containers; cleaning restroom facilities; vacuuming and extracting carpet; mopping, stripping and waxing floors; dusting and washing windows.
Transport waste and recycling from assigned buildings to a central collection.
Relocate furnishings and equipment and support special events preparation.
Promptly identify and report minor maintenance problems to the Physical Plant office.
Other:
Re-supply custodial closets and restrooms regularly.
Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

Related experience plus the ability to operate floor machines required.
Must be able to carry objects (up to 50 pounds) climb stairs and ladders up to 20 feet, and work off a platform lift or scaffold.
Must be able to verbally communicate in English at a level to effectively communicate with coworkers, staff, and faculty.  Must also be able to read English at a level necessary to understand safety information contained in MSDS's as well as training materials for products, equipment and cleaning methods.
Ability to comply with safety policies, workplace guidelines and attendance requirements.
Must have a valid Texas driver's license and be insurable by university carrier.
Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history background check required.
Verifiable local references.

Salary:

$10.98/hour

Equipment:

<p>Assigned custodial vehicles, vacuum cleaner, mop and bucket, brooms, squeegee, floor machines such as buffer, automatic scrubber and carpet extractor, and small tools for repairs.</p>

Special Conditions:

<p>Work is typically days (10:30am – 7:00pm), Saturday - Wednesday, however, regular schedules may be altered to meet the needs of the university.</p>

How to Apply:

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a SEU application to:  Assistant Director, Physical Plant, Campus Mail Box 1044, St. Edward's University, 3001 S. Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78704-6489.  Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Posted on:03/20/2013

<p>St. Edwards University is an equal opportunity employer and hires only U.S. citizens and documented workers.</p>