South University - Novi, MI Building Porter / Custodian Job Summary Maintain cleanliness of the campus building throughout the day and fulfill special requests as needed. Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion - is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. Key Job Elements Conduct opening procedure: while on building tour - unlock; check restrooms; check for maintenance problems throughout building; check glass (hallway, display cases, entryway glass) and clean as needed; check stairwells; check employee and student lounge; and make coffee. Check all restrooms at least 6 times per day, or more often if needed: replace disposable items; wipe counters, sinks, and mirrors; empty trash and pick up trash from floor. Clean hallways and stairwells: check and clean as needed or at least on an hourly basis throughout the day. Employee and student lounge, locker rooms, faculty work rooms, elevators, and door glass: check and clean (as needed) every hour throughout the day. Check and clean offices (ex. Admissions Department) as needed. Maintain janitor closets - stock when necessary. Respond to special requests for assistance from other departments; provide event setup, and other duties as assigned by Director or Shift Leader. Other duties as assigned. Reports To: Manager of Facilities Directly Supervises: None Interacts With: faculty, staff, students, and visitors Job Requirements Knowledge: High school degree required. 0-2 years of solid experience in the housekeeping industry preferably in a post-secondary institution. Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of populations. Superior organization, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem resolution skills. Abilities: Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions. Ability to interact effectively as either a leader or as a member of a team and work collaboratively with other departments. Ability to listen to customers (e.g. students, staff, etc.) and to understand and respond positively to their requests Ability to work without close supervision and to set ones own priorities. Ability to frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with assistance. Ability to stand and walk for lengthy periods of time. Work Environment & Notice The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term qualified individual with a disability means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description. Notice The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Education Management Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
Posted on: Fri, 27 Jun 2014 23:49:49 +0000
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