Custodial Worker I

Florida International University   Miami, FL   Full-time     Maintenance
Posted on April 6, 2024
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About FIU

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Job Summary

Performs a wide variety of custodial duties and tasks in and around a wide range of campus facilities in order to provide a clean, healthy and safe environment.
  • Cleans all types of building spaces and surfaces. Cleans by following and/or using the proper cleaning procedures, guidelines, chemicals, tools, supplies and equipment for each specific area and task. Is responsible for the proper use of Master Keys & Individual Keys which provide access to specific and assigned areas throughout the University using the Key Watcher Lockbox. Replenishes supplies such as paper products, soap and seat covers. Collects and transports refuse including solid waste and recyclables. Cleans and relines containers with plastic bags as required. Cleans high places using ladders when necessary. Reports and responds to emergency calls for custodial assistance. Uses personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required and/or as instructed and follows all safety rules and guidelines. Adheres to and follows written daily task routine schedule unless otherwise instructed by the immediate supervisor. Reports any custodial or maintenance deficiencies to the immediate supervisor.
  • Vacuum, cleans, sweeps, mops, waxes,scrubs, burnishes and polishes floors, fixtures and surfaces. Operates all types of cleaning equipment, floor care equipment, and specialized cleaning equipment. Performs all types of heavy project cleaning using above mentioned cleaning methods and equipments, such as but not limited to floor stripping and waxing, polishing, sports flooring maintenance, heavy restrooms cleaning, carpet shampooing and extraction, spot removal, and pressure cleaning. Cleans any other item as deemed necessary and as instructed.
  • Keeps adjoining patios, courtyards, breezeways, walkways, balconies, staircases in and around buildings clean and free of litter. Keeps outside building area within 10 feet of building clean and free of all types of litter.
  • Maintains and cleans assigned custodial closet. Responsible for complete cleaning of janitor's cart and all equipment at end of shift. Properly disposes of soiled mops, trash, rags, pads and other supplies. Stores and organizes all supplies and shelves. Completes and turns in daily report to immediate supervisor. Operates motor vehicle in the performance of the position's essential functions.
  • Performs essential duties during any emergencies, such as hurricanes, storms and/or any other University emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during University emergency closings with appropriate notification by department administrator. Participates in weekend rotation and may be required to work overtime as needed during events, emergency, and special projects beyond regular hours and regular schedule, based on department needs.
  • Performs general emergency duties connected to any and all aspects of related work such as hurricane protection, water leakage and broken glass clean-up. Performs other related duties as required or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Completion of the ninth (9th) grade.
Job Category
  • Staff
Advertised Salary
  • $31,200
Work Schedule

Begin time: 5:00 PM
End time: 1:30 AM

Working Condition(s)
  • Hazardous Chemicals
  • Manual Materials Handling
  • Needs personal protective equipment for the job
  • Operating University Vehicles (all types)
Pre-Employment Requirements
  • Criminal Background Check
  • Driver's License Check
  • Fingerprinting Check
Other Information
  • Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals, liquid, solid waste and soiled material.
  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
  • Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University
  • May be required to work on University holidays.
  • Shift may vary according to departmental needs.
How To Apply

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How to Claim Vet Preference

Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:
  • Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
  • Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
  • Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
  • Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability
  • A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.
Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.

If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.