*Sr. Custodian/Lead Custodian - Housing Operations (Maintenance)

Responsible for leading a group of custodian/housekeeping workers and performing a variety of custodian/housekeeping tasks. Exercises some discretion while following established standards.

 

Representative Duties:

• Directs and inspects work of housekeeping employees as a part of the team.

• Supervises housekeeping crews on special jobs such as floor waxing and window washing. 

• Provides procedure orientation and training for new housekeeping employees. 

• Leads by example by regularly performing housekeeping tasks in addition to performing minor maintenance and repairs on floor care equipment. 

• Contacts with others are of a routine nature.

• Perform make-ready services on residential spaces.

• Relieves housekeepers as needed. 

• Ensures that personnel supervised are informed of and adhere to health and safety practices associated with assigned tasks. 

• Frequent interactions with residents inside residential communities.

• Performs related duties as assigned. 

Make Ready Services will include but are not limited to the following:

• Deep clean residential bathrooms, including toilets, showers, bathtubs, sinks, mirrors, light fixtures and all surface areas. Replace shower curtains. 
• Deep clean kitchens including inside and outside of refrigerators, microwaves, stovetops, ovens and dishwashers. Clean spills, remove burn-on food, grease, and other items. Deep clean and trash removal from all cabinetry and furniture. 
• Deep clean ceiling fans, blinds, light fixtures, vents, and all surface areas. 
• Deep clean doors, walls, windows, and floors. Remove all visible spots, stickers, residue, etc.
• Sanitize both sides of mattresses.
• Perform carpet care including spot cleaning, stain extraction and shampooing.  
• Complete stain treatment/shampoo of residential furniture, vacuum under cushions.
• Adjustment and staging of furniture. 

Benefits:

• All work above 40 hours in a work week will be paid in accordance to the Department of Labor standard.
• One employee meal is provided to you for each eight-hour working day
• 27 days of accrued paid time off, which increases with years of service
• 14 paid holiday days off
• Healthcare plan options to meet healthcare and financial needs
• Retirement plan options
• Two weeks of paid parental leave
• Discounted athletic and cultural event tickets
• Tuition waiver program - discounted tuition for yourself and dependents
• On-campus fitness and recreation center, museums, gardens, and restaurants
• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $300/annually

Required Experience: 

•  6 months custodial or housekeeping experience. 

 Skills:

• Ability to accurately read and understand written materials and instructions. 
  
• Communicates orally and/or in writing as required to exchange information. 
  
• Ability to use basic computer skills.
  
• Uses tools or equipment in a manner requiring competence derived from previous training.
  

Certifications:

• Valid driver's license required: Occasional driving required in order to oversee and support staff in various locations.
  

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Mopping, sweeping, waxing, and polishing floors.
• Cleaning and dusting of furniture and any woodwork.
• Collection and disposing of wastepaper and refuse
• Vacuuming carpeted areas.
• Maintenance of lavatories and restrooms.
• Shoveling of snow from doorways and sidewalks.
• Lifting and carrying loads up to 50 pounds.
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Excessive use of arms in a back-and-forth motion.
• Excessive stooping and bending.
• Exposure to odors.
• Exposure to disagreeable tasks or conditions.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Climbing stairs.
• May be designated as an "essential position" during emergency closures.
• May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies.
• May be required to work scheduled overtime and weekends based on business needs. 

Supervision: Position serves as a team leader to other full-time and temporary positions. Will report to a supervisor. 

 

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

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