Updated: 8 days ago
Location: Muncie, INDIANA
Deadline: 22 Apr 2024
Posting Details
Position Information
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| Position Title | Custodian |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | Ball State University welcomes applications for a 1st shift Custodian position. |
| Our Statement on Inclusiveness | At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression. |
| Position Number | 104646 |
| New Hire Rate | 17.61 |
| FLSA | Non-Exempt |
| Hrs/Week | 40 |
| Position Function | Under supervision, perform custodial work required for the cleaning and maintenance of facilities complying with appropriate procedures and techniques for equipment and cleaning products. |
| Minimum Education | 1.High School diploma or equivalent (GED). |
| Minimum Experience | 1.No allergies to soaps, cleaning agents, chemicals or environmental factors in custodial service. 2.Must be able to climb ladders, scaffolding of various heights to perform duties. 3.Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, University policies, procedures and communications, and perform basic mathematical functions. 4. If required by assignment, must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy. 5.Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty. 6. Must successfully pass manlift certification, if position requires it, within a reasonable period of time after hire. 7. Must have at least one year work experience (full time or part time). 8.You must be 18 years or older. |
| Authorization to work in the US | Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. |
| Preferred Education | |
| Preferred Experience | 1.Experience in custodial work. |
| Pre-Employment Screening | Requires successful completion of a background check. |
| Positions Supervised | |
| Department | North Residence Hall:152340 |
| Department Information | |
| Department Email or Phone Number | [email protected] 285-6805 |
| Special Service Statement | |
| EEO Statement | Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. |
| Shift | 1 |
| Shift Premium | 0.00 |
| Regular Work Hours and Days | Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm |
| About Ball State University | Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. |
| Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana: | https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work |
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Duties & Responsibilities
| Ranking | 1 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Clean, renovate, and renew resilient, wood, and hard floor surface finishes, i.e., dust mop, sweep, wet mop, spot mop, scrub, polish and spray buff, strip, seal, wax, etc. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, balance, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of floor machines, wet/dry vacuum, scrubbers, mops, buckets, measuring cups, putty knife, cloth or sponge, eye protection, filter mask, and various chemical products, etc. Task exposes employee to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 2 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Maintain carpet floor coverings, i.e., vacuum, remove spots and stains, extraction cleaning of carpet and upholstered furniture, etc. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of carpet vacuum, shampooer, wet/dry vacuum, extractor, putty knife, sponge or cloth, eye protection, and various chemical products, etc. Task exposes employee to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 3 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Clean and service all areas in restrooms to include, but not limited to, lavatory, toilet, urinal, showers, bath tub areas, etc. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, balance, stand, climb, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of floor machine, wet/dry vacuum, portable vacuum, hand duster, bucket and wringer, mops, brushes, ladder, sponge, eye protection, gloves, and various chemical products, etc. Task exposes employee to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions, information. |
| Ranking | 4 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Dust, vacuum, clean and/or polish furniture and surfaces; clean facilities, fixtures, hardware and windows; change lighting and clean fixtures as required. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, balance, stand, climb, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of dust mop, portable vacuum, hand duster, counter brush, ladder, scaffolds, screwdriver, spray bottle, bucket, sponge, cloth, eye protection, filter mask, light bulbs and tubes, various chemical products, etc. Task exposes employee to inside working conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 5 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Collect and dispose of trash, refuse, recycling materials and debris into designated receptacles. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, balance, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, etc. Task requires the use of trash carts, bags and cans, dollies, gloves, etc. Task exposes employee to inside and outside environmental conditions, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 6 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Sweep debris, and/or sweep or shovel snow from outside entrances, landings, steps, walks, etc.; clean exterior surfaces of windows, doors, and other building fixtures. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, reach, stand, walk, lift, push, pull, grasp, and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 25 pounds of force frequently, and 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of brooms, snow shovel, plastic bags, squeegee, pole, rags, towels, etc. Task exposes employee to inside and outside working conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 7 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Clean appliances, i.e., stoves, ovens, microwaves, refrigerators, ice machines, washers, dryers, etc. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, balance, climb, stand, walk, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of buckets, spray bottle, ladder, sponge, cloth, scrubbing pad, chemicals, etc. Task exposes employee to inside environmental conditions, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 8 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Acquire and maintain knowledge of job related chemicals, and environmental, health and physical concerns. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires the mental ability to read, comprehend and follow: written instructions, procedures, precautions, etc., used in connection with custodial related work, trade publications, department handbook, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 9 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Lock and unlock doors as required to perform job related duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, reach, stand, walk, and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distance, shape, shadows, etc. Task requires the use of keys. Task exposes employee to inside and outside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 10 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Change bed linens, make beds with clean linens as required. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, crouch, lift, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, grasp, and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 25 pounds of force frequently, and 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to inspect areas, judge distances, size, shape, shadows, etc. Task requires the use of linens, carts, etc. Task exposes employee to inside environmental conditions, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 11 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Arrange, move, and/or replace furniture, supplies, and equipment as required; report items requiring repair to supervisor; perform minor repairs to furniture and building fixtures. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, stand, walk, lift, push, pull, grasp, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, etc. Task requires the use of screwdrivers, pliers, ladder, cart, etc. Task exposes employee to inside and outside environmental conditions, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 12 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Load and unload trucks and/or other vehicles, place and store deliveries, etc., inform supervisor of needed supplies. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, grasp, climb, balance, stand, walk, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to inspect areas, judge distance, shape, shadows, etc. Task requires the use of cutting devices, ladders, carts, etc. Task exposes employee to inside and outside environmental conditions, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 13 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Guide, assist and instruct student custodial employees. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires all the above listed mental and physical abilities. |
| Ranking | 14 |
|---|---|
| Job duty | Perform other duties as assigned. |
| Duty Requirement |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | 202402197SS |
|---|---|
| Desired Start Date | |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Open Date | 04/15/2024 |
| Close Date | 04/22/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
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