Position
Custodian/Mover (Hours 8am - 5pm)
Department
Facilities Services
Starting Date
ASAP
Starting Salary
$1976 Monthly plus benefits
Job #
S028-24
Budget Position #
MY0576
Posted
03/20/2024
Description
Moves equipment, furniture, and supplies across campus and performs routine custodial work to maintain cleanliness of assigned area or building(s). Work involves driving a moving truck, loading/unloading cargo, packing items, preventing damage while moving, disassembling and assembling back furniture, using lifting machinery and handling customer complaints plus keeping accurate records of moves noting date, time and hours of work performed. Delivering materials to various campus buildings as part of interdepartmental office moves. Performs cleaning and caring for buildings and surrounding premises; maintaining custodial tools and equipment; requesting supplies and delivering supplies to all buildings on campus; performing minor building and equipment repairs and other related duties. Works under moderate supervision. Instructions are received in oral or written form, work orders, and work is periodically inspected by a supervisor for conformance with established standards of building care and maintenance. Reports directly to a custodial foreperson under the general supervision of the Manager, Custodial & Residence Life Maintenance.
Examples
Performs moving tasks such as loading moving truck with equipment, furniture, and supplies and delivering and unloading cargo for end-user in a specified location. May involve disassembly and reassembly of furniture and equipment to simplify transport. Performs custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, operating a buffer, spray waxing, and dry and wet stripping. Performs rest room maintenance and cleaning, replenishing supplies and applying cleaning chemicals. Performs carpet maintenance, cleans office furniture, walls, and windows, and empties trash. May be assigned to facilitate set-up and take-down for special events. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical Condition
Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds on a regular basis. Significant physical activity with occasional lifting of objects weighing 100 pounds is required. Ability to stand for long periods of time, to climb stairs and ladders, to stoop, bend, use moving dollies, and reach overhead. Sufficient strength, stamina, and mobility to perform a variety of manual tasks associated with duties. Must be able to work with and around cleaning products and chemicals.
Experience
Should have experience in moving techniques, and janitorial or general cleaning work.
Knowledge
Must have good knowledge of safe practices in lifting and moving heavy furniture and equipment. Must know the modern methods of cleaning rest rooms. Requires a working knowledge of cleaning supplies and custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaners; buffers, wet and dry pick-ups; have some knowledge of carpet maintenance and care; and must have knowledge of custodial chemicals and their application. Knowledge of forklift and pallet jack operation is beneficial.
Education
Requires education sufficient to receive and follow oral and written directives, as well as follow instructions in the mixing and use of chemicals and the operation of power equipment.
Additional Requirements
Ability to work unsupervised. Must be able to understand hazardous materials handling and be able to maintain cleaning supplies inventory. *Requires employment physical exam. *A valid Texas driver's license is preferred.
Standard Requirements
Requires the ability to work well with diverse populations and maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
To apply, submit a state of Texas application and list of three references to the Human Resources Department at the address below
Midwestern State University
Human Resources Department
3410 Taft Boulevard
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
Phone: 940-397-4221
Fax: 940-397-4780
E-mail: human.resources@msutexas.edu
