About this opportunity
Caltech lists this Campus Custodial Assistant opportunity in pasadena, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Custodian Position at CaltechCaltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.Job SummaryUnder direct supervision, applies knowledge of cleaning techniques and performs a variety of custodial duties required to maintain campus buildings areas clean, orderly, and safe by using hand tools or equipment. Performs work in accordance with Institute safety standards and regulatory agencies (e.g., OSHA, EPA, and CDC guidelines).Essential Job DutiesIn coordination and cooperation with other crew members, performs cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting duties that include, but are not limited to the following:Responsible for following all safety procedures and maintaining a safe and secure work environment.Cleans and maintains floors, including stairwells, by sweeping and wet mopping several types of floor surfaces using hand tools or equipment.Cleans and maintains carpets by vacuuming and spot cleaning carpets and upholstered furniture using tools or equipment.Cleans and disinfects restrooms, showers, kitchens, locker rooms, on a high frequency schedule.Cleans and sanitizes high-traffic public areas and frequently touched sources on a high frequency schedule.Washes and spot clean walls, blackboards, interior windows, light covers, glass surfaces, and elevators.Dusts horizontal and vertical surfaces, which may require working at heights (6' max)Removes trash by hand or cart and moves trash to designated trash disposal areas.Removes recyclables from building interior and breaks down cardboard boxes.Maintains building entrances and immediate area surrounding building of assignment.Climbs ladders, replace burnt out lights, moves/arranges furniture, and lift/carry items of up to 50 lbs. during the daily assignments.Responsible for the custody of keys in assigned work area; and unlock entry building doors as directed on security building schedule.Must be available to work overtime, including weekends when required.Flexible to perform other custodial duties as needed (Example: Campus Events and Campus Emergency Response).Basic QualificationsAt least six months of experience working as a custodian in a fast-pace educational or commercial environment.Ability to communicate and follow verbal and written instructions.Familiar with custodial hand tools, floor care equipment, and cleaning techniques preferred.Must be able to work this assigned work schedule: 5:00AM – 1:30PM, Monday – Friday.Physical RequirementsMust be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50lbs. and walk, push, pull, climb, twist, stoop, and bend to accomplish job requirements on a regular basis.Required DocumentsResume.
Worksite address
pasadena, CA, 91106, US
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