Night Watch

General Summary

Operating under broad guidelines from the Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Campus Safety and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the incumbent is responsible for cleaning, minor repairs, and ensuring the safety and security of campus buildings and the COA community. Displays a commitment to the unique mission of the college.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references electronically to Dan Daigle, Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Campus Safety, at ddaigle@coa.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately with the goal of filling the position as soon as possible.

Essential Job Function

* Conducts periodic building checks to monitor the operation and condition of mechanical systems, the safety of the COA community and guests, and the security of COA assets.
* Completes and files a nightly report recording the weather conditions, maintenance, safety, and security concerns.
* Cleans academic buildings, including waxing and cleaning bathrooms and common areas.
* Sweeps walks, picks-up litter, and assists with garbage and recycling disposal.
* Assists in the setup and breakdown of & monitors special events.
* First response to night police or fire department incidents.
* Assists the Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Campus Safety with night maintenance issues.
* Unlocks and secures buildings as necessary.
* Assists Campus Safety with resolving night emergency calls.
* Assists students, faculty, and staff on the weekends as needed.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

* Meets, greets, and directs late arriving summer program participants and students to their dorm rooms.
* Assists the Buildings & Grounds staff with stocking buildings with supplies as needed.
* Assists the Director of Buildings & Grounds with winter conditions when necessary.
* Performs other related duties as required.

Skills / Experience / Training Required

* A high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of six months of related experience.
* Familiarity with cleaning products and equipment.
* Sensitivity to and awareness of different cultures, as well as the ability to interact successfully with college students and their families.
* Ability to accomplish work priorities and meet changing expectations.
* Must have a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

Continuous walking, standing, stooping, pushing, pulling and driving. Ability to work nights and in adverse weather conditions. Ability to lift, carry, and position objects utilizing proper body mechanics and techniques. Utilizes proper sanitary precautions when handling trash, garbage, and other potential biohazards. Moderate exposure to injury or other hazards. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

The schedule for this position is generally 6:00pm to 2:00am and is the only Buildings and Grounds staff on-campus during the weekend. The 5-day work schedule will include Saturdays and Sundays.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

* External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.