Building Attendant (1st Shift - Fri.-Tues. 7am - 3:30pm) - Harvey Mudd College : Job Details

NOTE TO APPLICANT: Some positions require a resume, cover letter and/or other documents to be submitted with your application. Please submit these as one attachment in the My Experience section of the application under the resume/CV upload section. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to attach additional documents.Job Posting Title:Building Attendant (1st Shift - Fri.-Tues. 7am - 3:30pm)Job Description:Primary PurposeThe Building Attendant independently performs duties related to the housekeeping operations of the College. Performs routine and non-routine duties, participates in set-up and breakdown for special events and moves furniture. The Building Attendant is expected to safely use and maintain all related cleaning equipment and perform a variety of tasks requiring physical dexterity, safe work practices, and a knowledge of cleaning chemicals, methods, procedures, supplies and equipment. Maintain facilities in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean offices, classrooms, science facilities, lecture halls, athletic facilities, rest rooms and residential quarters; performs periodic and annual cleaning services/duties.
• Clean toilets, urinals, windows, furnishings, and light fixtures; changes light bulbs, sweeps, and vacuums. Dusts and polishes a variety of surfaces and washes walls. Cleans and disinfects a variety of surfaces. Cleans writing surfaces and erasers.
• Scrub and refinishes floors and carpets; refinishes hard, resilient and wood floors; operates mechanical floor cleaners, polishers and carpet cleaning equipment.
• Dispose of trash and other debris.
• Remove graffiti.
• Perform furniture set-up and breakdown for meetings and special events; moves furniture, such as desks, chairs, mattresses, and other furniture.
• Services dispensing machines; activates and deactivates electronic alarm systems, secures facilities.
• Request's cleaning supplies and materials. Maintains well-stocked and organized supply closets and carts. May perform minor repairs, including minor plumbing, mechanical or electrical repairs, which may include replacing washers in simple basin faucets, replace light bulbs, or tighten window or door hinges, knobs, locks.
• Participate in emergency response activities.
• Respond to emergency situations, including turning off water and gas and other appropriate actions.
• Perform other related duties.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of maintenance, use, safe operation and repair of cleaning supplies, tools, and equipment, knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe working practices and procedures.
• Ability to learn proper use of fire extinguishers.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, stoop, twist, stretch, lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level without assistance, climb ladders up to 20 feet with assistance and up to 10 feet unassisted, and be able to work on feet for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently clean and maintain an assigned area within a predetermined time schedule.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to work well without continuous supervision.
• A willingness and ability to work overtime in emergency situations.
• Demonstrated commitment to and proven skills in providing quality customer service.
• Ability to maintain open channels of communication with student, faculty, staff and off campus constituents.
• Ability to respond promptly to customer inquiries.
• Ability to handle and resolve customer complaints.
• Ability to direct requests and unresolved issues to the appropriate resource for resolution.
• Ability to learn internal processes and report details of inquiries, comments, complaints, and actions taken to the appropriate resource for resolution.
• Ability to effectively work individually or in teams as well as with diverse groups.
• Ability to take initiative and follow-up on matters as needed and as appropriate.
• Ability to work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.
• Ability to observe and practice safe working habits.

Required Qualifications and ExperienceEducation and Experience

• Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability for the position.
• At least one year of paid employment experience in custodial or building maintenance assignment(s).

Pay Range: $21.00 - $26.25 per hour. Hourly pay rate will depend on experience and skilled qualifications.Licenses and CertificationsLicenses: May require a valid California Driver's License and possess and maintain a driving record acceptable to the Colleges' insurance carrier.Grooming: Harvey Mudd College seeks to maintain a neat and professional image at all times. A uniform is required and will be provided. Use of personal protective equipment and other safety equipment will be provided when required by an assignment.Uniform: Harvey Mudd College seeks to always maintain a neat and professional image. A uniform is required and will be provided. Use of personal protective equipment and other safety equipment will be provided when required by an assignment.Hours: Friday through Tuesday, 7:00am - 3:30pm. Assignments may include day shifts, night shifts and swing shifts and may be changed at any time. Hours may vary due to the needs of the department or College. Must be able and willing to work weekends and holidays as assigned.Classification: This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, 12-month year-round, hourly position.Tests: A functional lift, push, pull capacity test and background check is required.Reporting: This position reports to the Manager of Custodial Services & Mailroom.Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results returned from a background check to be conducted by the College.This job description defines the essential job duties of the position. Harvey Mudd College expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of the job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act.Regular employment at the College is for no specified period; conditions and status of employment (hours, pay, title, duties, etc.) are subject to change at any time. Employment is at-will and employees, and likewise the College, are free to end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause, unless otherwise prohibited by law. Harvey Mudd College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be given consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran's status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Harvey Mudd College you must apply for each position for which you believe you are qualified.