Custodian I/II

Anne Arundel Community College is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Custodian I/II to join our Facilities Maintenance & Operations team. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of all college buildings, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students, faculty, and staff.

Salary Range: $29,994 - $34,778 per year

This full-time position requires a commitment to providing exceptional custodial services, including dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning restrooms. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail.

About the Job:

The Custodian I/II position involves a range of responsibilities, including:

• Dusting, sweeping, and mopping floors nightly
• Scrubbing or stripping and waxing floors as needed or scheduled
• Spraying, buffing, and burnishing floors as needed or scheduled
• Vacuuming carpets and upholstery as scheduled
• Shampooing carpets as needed or scheduled
• Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, including fixtures, hardware, tile surfaces, mirrors, partitions, floors, etc.
• Removing graffiti from walls and other surfaces
• Dusting office furniture, chairs, filing cabinets, and other furnishings daily
• Cleaning chalkboards, chalk trays, and erasers in assigned classrooms daily
• Collecting trash and debris, including infectious waste containers
• Disposing of trash and infectious waste in designated areas
• Performing work orders as required
• Maintaining proper care and use of equipment and materials in assigned station, including custodial rooms
• Notifying Assistant Supervisor of maintenance issues and concerns daily
• Relieving, assisting, or temporarily substituting on other stations as assigned by the Facilities Operations Manager or Assistant Supervisor

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year of custodial experience
• Ability to read, write, and follow simple directions
• Demonstrated ability to work under varying conditions and meet physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 pounds throughout an 8-hour shift
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, snow, and slippery conditions
• Ability to work on uneven surfaces and utilize lifts, ladders, and/or scaffolding to work at elevated heights
• Demonstrated ability to professionally assist and interact with culturally diverse students, faculty, staff, and the public

Preferred Qualifications:

We welcome candidates with:

• Proven record of attendance and reliability
• Ability and willingness to be flexible concerning work location, assignments, hours, and shifts
• Demonstrated ability to use heavy custodial equipment, including buffers and vacuums, and move furniture with or without reasonable accommodations
• Ability to work well with others