46399BR
Position Description:
Assigns and supervises the work of custodians and performs custodial duties involving the cleaning and care of buildings. Supervises a small group of custodians.
About the University:
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
Major/Essential Functions:
- Cleans and sanitizes restrooms/shower stalls, replenishes supplies, sweeps and mops floors, empty trash. Cleans, dusts furniture, fixtures and other features. Work is performed with consistent accuracy.
- Sweeps and mops hard surfaced floor areas, vacuums carpeted areas, empty trash. Paying attention to detail in all areas of cleaning, such as cleaning walls, trash cans or trash room areas, corners, edges etc.
- Performs work including emergency cleanup of rooms, summer conference, shut down, carpet shampoo and strip and wax. Performs related work as required.
- Uses and cares for equipment in a safe and proper manner. Cords are wrapped properly, equipment is used, cleaned and stored properly.
- Promotes and practices safety in the workplace. Maintains an accident-free operation.
- Uses chemicals in a safe and proper manner. All supplies used for cleaning or paper used for socking restrooms will be used properly to avoid waste.
- Reports needed repairs and property damage either verbally or through the work order system.
- Assumes supervisor duties in the absence of the Sr. Lead Custodian.
- Orders supplies as needed for maintaining building stock on a daily basis.
- Demonstrates basic methods, materials and equipment to new employees. Ensures that all custodial staff are using methods, materials and equipment properly.
- Maintains records, completes necessary paperwork required in reporting accidents, attendance, scheduled and unscheduled leave, enters and monitors work orders for completion.
- Assigns and supervises the work of the custodial staff in an assigned area or building.
- Visual and written inspections are completed as requested or required. Ensures work was completed according to the department's quality control expectations.
Required Qualifications:
Requires three years experience in building custodial and maintenance work.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in assigned work.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time.
- Knowledge and ability to instruct and lead a group of custodians in the cleaning and care of buildings.
- Ability to assign and check the work of subordinates.
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
No
Required Attachments:
Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Pay Basis:
Hourly
Job Family:
Facilities Operations
Job Sub Family:
Custodial Services
Hourly Pay Range:
$16.39 - $21.30 - $26.25
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Shift:
Day
Schedule Details:
7:30am-4:30pm Mon-Fri, Emergency Calls, weekend schedule, move in, on call, and variable work schedule
Grant Funded?:
No
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.