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Custodian
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Position Number: 5890574
Location: Washington, DC
Position Type: Facilities Management

Custodian

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

In accordance with a detailed cleaning plan, the Custodian performs general and specific cleaning and maintenance tasks to provide a clean, safe and pleasant physical environment. They perform other tasks as assigned in emergency or unusual situations with specific guidance from supervisor. Examples of additional work to be performed includes but is not limited to:

Perform, Snow and ice removal, performing any clean up associated with water or fire damage.
Perform special event support, cleaning up to 28,000-35,000 square feet of cleanable space per eight hour work day.
Use standard tools, equipment, materials and supplies of the trade, observing all safety rules, regulations, and precautions.
Represent the department with the University community and its visitors, behaving in a professional manner and keeping informed of departmental and University rules, regulations, and guides pertaining to employment obligations.
Comply with attendance and clock in and out on time.
Work with other University Facilities staff as part of a team, being flexible with schedules to accommodate emergency situations such as staffing shortages and snow removal.

Work Interactions

This position reports directly to one of the Custodial Supervisors. Incumbent will work alone or with others. The incumbent will perform essential or non-essential tasks as assigned by supervisor. Incumbent will also perform assignments made by the Manager of Custodial Services and/or the Night Operations Manager. Under certain circumstances including but not limited to, emergency snow removal, spills and flooding, the incumbent will perform assignments made by the Work Management Center, the Director of Facilities Management, the Resource Manager, the Infrastructure Manager and other department managers. The incumbent's work constitutes a direct service of the department to ensure a comfortable, safe and clean environment in which the University community can live, learn and work.

Requirements and Qualifications

HS or GED preferred
One year of custodial work experience is preferred
Requires valid and current driver's license from Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia
Requires a basic knowledge of English including the ability to read, write and speak English with understanding in order to read and understand product label instructions and University policies and procedures
Must be able to relate custodial and maintenance problems clearly to supervisor and/or the Work Management Center
Will be required to complete a training program in building cleaning

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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