The Custodian and General Laborer is responsible and performs custodial duties, general maintenance, grounds upkeep as required of campus facilities and ground maintenance at college locations as assigned.

SALARY: salary Schedule E5/G7 ($26,670.00 - $42,430.00)

• Cleans, sweeps, mops, vacuums, dusts, polishes, deodorizes, sanitizes, and removes trash in offices, classrooms, bathrooms, halls and other areas in all College buildings.
• Cleans lavatories, toilets, using cleansers and sanitizing solutions.
• Disposes of waste paper and other discards; collects and places trash in appropriate trash pickup area.
• Maintains campus grounds, streets, curbs, and parking lots including but not limited to cutting grass, weed-eating, hedge trimming, and grounds upkeep.
• Assists with locking and securing all buildings as directed.
• Drives and operates college vans, trucks, and equipment as assigned.
• Serves as mail courier for all mail between campuses as assigned.
• Sweeps steps and sidewalks adjacent to buildings.
• Shampoos or spot cleans carpets and rugs, using a rug shampooing machine, brush or cloth and cleaning solutions.
• Ensures adequate supply of materials and supplies are available.
• Performs basic facility maintenance duties including but not limited to changing light bulbs, air filters, etc.
• Inspects assigned areas and corrects or reports safety hazards.
• Cleans and maintains grounds, paved areas, paths, walkways and stairways as instructed.
• Maintains inventory of materials and supplies and prepares material and equipment estimates for assignments.
• Maintains work sites in a clean and orderly condition.
• Observes safe work methods and uses safety equipment.
• Secures worksites from traffic hazards as necessary.
• Prepares basic records and reports of completed work, vandalism, maintenance requests.
• Assists campus visitors and answers inquiries about the location of buildings and properties.
• Participates and serves on various committees and attends meetings as instructed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor.
• Adheres to the policies, rules, and standards of Central Alabama Community College, Alabama Community College System, accrediting agencies and federal regulatory bodies.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must follow all safety requirements carefully and wear any personal protective equipment applicable. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; sit; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Basic computer skills is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing is required.
• Knowledge of custodial and maintenance practices, procedures and equipment is required.
• Reading skills to understand policies, procedures, operator manuals, label directions, and related material is required.
• Listening skills to be able to comprehend verbal instructions is required.
• Valid Alabama driver's license is required.
• Knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work assignment is required.
• Ability to use independent judgment and initiative in daily work activities is required.
• Ability to Ability to communicate orally and in writing with groups of people from diverse backgrounds is required.
• Experience in general maintenance and repair, custodial maintenance, and grounds upkeep or related areas is preferred.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a completed application through the ONLINE application system by the deadline date in order to be considered for the position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure the application is complete and all required documentation is attached. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email.

A complete application consists of the following:

• Completed Central Alabama Community College online application.
• Current resume.

Applicants must travel at their own expense. Central Alabama Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The College reserves the right not to fill the position in the event of budgetary or operational constraints.

Central Alabama Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Central Alabama Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a non-refundable fee of $17.40 for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check

Central Alabama Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding the position.

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.