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Department: | Custodial Services |
Location: | Freeport, IL |
CUSTODIAN
Full-Time, 3rd Shift
Highland Community College is accepting applications for a full-time custodian to work a total of 40 hours per week. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to work with minimal supervision required. Ability to read and write instructions required. Must have valid driver’s license. Custodial experience preferred. Must complete a successful criminal background check.
To apply for this position, visit www.highland.edu/employment. Complete and submit your application with a cover letter stating experience and qualifications. You may also complete an application in person at the Human Resources Office, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, IL 61032. For an alternate application method, contact Human Resources at 815-599-3426.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Highland Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, and encourages applications from veterans, minorities, people with disabilities and other diverse groups.
TITLE: Custodian
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintains college facilities in a clean, sanitary and safe condition by performing a full range of custodial duties.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES: (essential functions)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Knowledge of cleaning and housekeeping practices and principles.
Knowledge of cleaning supplies, tools and equipment.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, safe work practices and proper handling of chemicals.
Skill in operating cleaning tools and equipment.
Skill in observing health and safety regulations.
Skill in following oral and written directions.
Skill in basic math calculations.
Skill in working with minimal supervision.
Skill in operating power-driven floor stripping, waxing and polishing machine/s and shampoo machines and to use snow blower and shovel for the removal of snow.
Skill in operating computer hardware and software applications.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with co-workers and others.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is routinely performed in office environments, as well as outside and occasionally subjected to adverse conditions. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, reaching above head, pushing and pulling, climbing, stooping and lifting, and pushing, pulling or carrying large or bulky objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Occasionally exposed to hazardous chemicals, blood borne pathogens and the potential for exposure to infectious diseases.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent required, and prior cleaning/custodial experience preferred OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that provide the required knowledge and skills.
REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Valid Driver’s License.
SECURITY SENSITIVE POSITION: Requires a criminal background check.
REPORTS TO: Director, Facilities and Safety
APPOINTED BY: President.
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt