Hours:  Monday through Friday, 3:15 pm-6:15 pm. The schedule may adjust to meet the specific needs of the building. Starting wage: $14.17 per hour.  NOTE: Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and have prior custodial experience.  Applicants must demonstrate a wide variety of custodial skills (vacuuming, mopping, dusting, cleaning and restocking restrooms, trash removal, the security of buildings, etc.) and show real attention to detail. Must be punctual, dependable, and professional.  Employees will be ensuring that custodial work is performed by the team after the Head Custodian has exited the building for the day.  For job-specific questions please contact Head Custodian Melanie Walker @ melaniewa@provo.edu

The job of Asst 2 / Custodial is done for the purpose/s of providing custodial services under the direction of the Custodial Services Coordinator at the assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary, and safe environment for students, staff, and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; serving as evening custodian, and assisting in preparing facilities for classroom activities and campus events.

This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics: May work evening hours.

 Essential Functions

Assists with grounds upkeep (e.g., trimming, watering, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe, attractive environment.

Assists with site snow removal for the purpose of ensuring access and safety.

Cleans assigned facilities (e.g., classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe, and attractive environment.

Delivers a variety of items (e.g., supplies, large packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing materials to the appropriate parties within the site.

Performs minor, job-related maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture, and fixtures (e.g., change vacuum cleaner belts, bags, lights, adjusting desks, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper

functioning and usability of items.

Performs summer cleaning and maintenance (e.g., stripping and waxing floors, moving furniture, painting, etc.) for the purpose of completing summer deep cleaning and ensuring the facility is a safe, clean, and attractive environment.

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Prepares facilities for public use and/or special events (e.g., cleaning, unlocking doors, setting up space, etc.) for the purpose of providing a clean, safe, and functional environment.

Prepares the site for daily operations (e.g., opening gates, raising flags, sweeping walkways, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and hazard-free. 

Replenishes classroom and restroom supplies (e.g., paper towels, soap, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring adequate quantities for daily use.

Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and/or visitors for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action, and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution. 

Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g., facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.

Secures facilities and grounds (e.g., doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss, and/or potential liability.

Supports other site maintenance staff (e.g., grounds, trades, etc.) for the purpose of completing site custodial activities.

 Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

operating equipment used in industrial maintenance, including electrical cleaning equipment, common tools, etc., and adhering to safety practices.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read and follow instructions, and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based

competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include methods of industrial cleaning; and safety practices and procedures.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data, and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also

required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem-solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines, and problem-solving with equipment is moderate.

Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a

team; and working with constant interruptions.

 Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working with immediate supervision, providing information and/or advising others, and operating within a defined budget. utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's

functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

 Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent climbing and balancing, significant stooping, kneeling,

crouching, and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some

exposure to the risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience: Job-related experience is required.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Continuing Educ. / Training: Asbestos Training 
Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status: Not Rated

Salary Grade:  Lane 2