Notice Date
May 1, 2008
Closing Date
Subject to immediate closure
Salary
S03; Non-exempt; $9.92 + per hour, DOE
Work Schedule
Two 3 month positions available (May – Aug): Mon-Fri; 5am-1:30pm
Mon-Fri; 7am-3:30pm
*Work schedule may vary
General Description
The custodial staff is responsible for custodial care in assigned buildings each shift. Some overtime is required and vacation approval may be limited during peak activity periods.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
- Clean & Sanitize
- Clean and sanitize restrooms with established procedures/standards, may include showers.
- Empty all trash containers, both indoor and outdoor.
- High and low dusting.
- Sweep, mop, and/or vacuum floors. Maintain exterior entry ways out to ten feet of entry.
- Clean interior and easily accessible exterior windows.
- Follow verbal and written instructions regarding the use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Secure Buildings
- Lock and unlock rooms/buildings when cleaning; secure building when not in use.
- Report unauthorized occupants and unsecured doors.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of floor care practices and equipment.
- Ability to work well as an individual, as an active member of a team, and without close supervision.
- Ability to effectively interact with diverse individuals.
- Willingness and ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
- Knowledge of cleaning practices/safety procedures related to the use of hazardous chemicals.
- Knowledge and prior use of commercial cleaning equipment.
- Ability to recognize safety hazards and conduct work in a safe manner.
Working Conditions
- Work is performed primarily inside several buildings and occasionally in outside weather conditions.
- Will be occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
- May occasionally work in high precarious places.
Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, bend, stoop, and kneel in the completion of normal cleaning duties. Other repetitive motions are required.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move 25-50 pounds unassisted as a regular part of cleaning duties. May occasionally be required to lift or move over 50 pounds with assistance.
- Good hearing and vision. Able to visually examine cleaning products for signage/labeling accuracy.
Required Qualifications
- Work experience in custodial cleaning preferred, but willing to provide on-the-job training for a highly motivated, fast learning, team player.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must possess a valid driver's license. Must have had a valid driver's license for at least 2 years.
- Finalist
candidates must satisfactorily complete pre-employment background
check, physical exam, pass PLU's internal Driver's Certification
Training, and provide an original copy of their Driving Record (5 yr
Employment Abstract).
Application Procedure
Submit interest form to:
Human Resource Services
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA 98447
PH: (253) 535-7185
Fax: (253) 535-8431
humr@plu.edu
Download the University application or to request one, please call (253) 535-7185.
Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) is a comprehensive institution with
an enrollment of approximately 3600, including international students
from two dozen countries. Located on the Pacific Rim in a uniquely
scenic region, the university's campus is 40 miles south of Seattle in
suburban Tacoma, Washington. As a "New American College," PLU accents
integration between its liberal arts program and professional degrees
in the arts, business, education, nursing, and physical education, and
embraces its primary mission of educating students for lives of
thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership, and care. PLU enjoys a healthy
and progressive relationship with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in
America (ELCA). The University is committed to diversity, endorses the
goals of equal opportunity and affirmative action, and actively seeks
applications from women and persons of color.
