Custodial Worker III

Custodial Work and Team Leadership

• Lead and manage custodial staff to ensure all cleaning tasks and emergency responses are completed efficiently.
• Plan and assign cleaning tasks based on daily event schedules
• Perform cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, restocking restrooms, trash removal, cleaning ceiling tiles, vents, windows, walls, vacuuming, carpet cleaning, and other interior tasks
• Clean exterior areas like walkways, windows, entrances, and railings, including pressure washing and operating power equipment
• Handle heavy cleaning tasks such as stripping, sealing, and waxing floors, and moving furniture
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA, and ADA regulations

Workflow Coordination and Quality Control

• Coordinate with lead workers across shifts to address ongoing tasks and special needs
• Assist with daily facility inspections for cleanliness and condition
• Prioritize tasks based on work orders, building reports, and requests from staff and customers
• Help coordinate special cleaning during academic breaks
• Ensure all work meets high-quality standards

Administrative and Building Support

• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment in storage closets
• Identify and report staff issues to supervisors for follow-up
• Inspect and maintain housekeeping equipment regularly
• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and storage areas
• Help orient and train new team members
• Operate laundry equipment for tablecloths and hotel linens as needed
• Serve as a backup for building manager duties when required
• Assist with occasional room setups or breakdowns, including moving furniture

Perform other assigned tasks, including special cleaning projects

$17.50/HR

A shift differential is added for this shift.

Completion of ninth grade and two years of relevant experience.

• Experience in all aspects of building cleaning including but not limited to floor care, wall surfaces, windows, and general cleaning of offices, restrooms, and food areas
• Knowledge of up-to-date cleaning methods, products, and materials including chemicals
• Handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Operation and use of various custodial cleaning equipment
• Communication skills
• Customer service skills
• Function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
• Determine work priorities, assign work and insure proper completion of work assignments

In order to be considered, please upload your resume and list of professional references.

A criminal background check is required.

Normal Work Schedule:

• This is an overnight position. 11:00pm to 7:30am; days off rotate to meet department needs.
• JWRU building is open 7 days per week and most holidays; employees must work weekends on a rotating schedule and holidays as needed.
• JWRU Custodial staff are ‘essential staff’ and may be called to work if the JWRU is selected as an emergency shelter or essential staff are deemed necessary.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.