Lead Custodial Assistant

Associated Students Inc•Pomona, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Associated Students, Inc. employs student-focused professionals with equity-mindsets. Established in 1963, Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) is a non-profit corporation guided by a student board and managed by full-time professional staff. ASI is considered a part of the Cal Poly Pomona Division of Student Affairs with a dashed reporting line to Administrative Affairs. ASI serves the entire campus population, including over 27,000 students, by providing opportunities for student engagement, student employment, and a multitude of programs and services such as recreation and wellness, student union and activities, student government, and childcare. ASI operational support areas include human resources, financial services, information technology, facilities management, and marketing. ASI is engaged in the work of being a learning organization. Currently, the guiding ideas of the organization are “under construction” as the team re-imagines its vision, mission, and core values. ASI is looking for dynamic team members who value team learning, co-creation, and adaptability to best serve the needs of our students. The ASI Facility Operations department is one of the largest departments in ASI. The department consists of four units, BRIC Operations, BSC Operations, Custodial Services and Maintenance, that are responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness, day-to-day operations, safety and emergency management of the BRIC and the BSC. The Facility Operations department strives to transform our facilities to a welcoming home for all and is committed to providing exceptional customer service experiences that lead to a sense of belonging in all ASI facilities. ASI Custodial Services is responsible for serving the Cal Poly Pomona community by ensuring all facilities and spaces within the Bronco Student Center and Bronco Recreation and Intramural Complex are hygienic and accessible so the events, programs, and services within can operate successfully. POSITION DEFINITION Under general supervision from the Custodial Services Manager, the Lead Custodial Assistant provides oversight and coordination of ASI Custodial Services and serves as shift lead. The Lead Custodial Assistant performs complex assignments requiring specialized knowledge, prior relevant experience, and considerable independent judgment and decision-making.

Requirements

Minimum of one year custodial, janitorial, or similar experience required
Experience using carpet extractor and floor buffing machines required
General knowledge of methods, materials, chemicals, and equipment used in custodial duties
Working knowledge of safety and sanitation measures appropriate for custodial work
Ability to work independently and with a team
Ability to observe safety requirements and safe work practices and methods
Ability to use custodial systems such as those used to track work orders and two-way radios for communication
Ability to analyze situations and take immediate action
Ability to guide the work of others and provide on-the-job training
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Ability to maintain professional work conduct
Ability to make independent decisions and make recommendations
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population and campus community
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Ability to operate an office workstation, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet and other software
Ability to adhere to work rules, follow directions, use time effectively, and work productively with minimal supervision
Current American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certifications also known as Lay Responder (Employment offer contingent on obtaining certification within 30 days of hire, training provided by ASI)
Complete a Pulmonary Function Test & Respiratory Medical Evaluation (cost covered by ASI upon offer to hire) with an outcome of “acceptable without work limitations” and a Respirator Fit Test to use an N95 respirator as needed.

Nice To Haves

Supervisor experience preferred, but not required
Demonstrated leadership qualities

Responsibilities

Assists with the overall management of ASI Custodial Services and operations, including coordination of work and work assignments
Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled custodial tasks including, but not limited to, cleaning and maintaining assigned areas, cleaning carpets and buffing floors, removing trash and recyclables, reporting and responding to emergency calls for custodial assistance, and reporting facility and equipment repair needs
Assigns, reviews, and inspects the work of assigned Custodial Services part-time staff, including completion of all relevant documentation and reports
Identifies and organizes necessary work materials and equipment, which may include loading and unloading cleaning supplies, and materials
Maintains current knowledge of facility rooms and storage
Enforces rules and regulations regarding the general use of the BRIC and BSC
Maintains open communication with Custodial Services Manager, and all facility operations and management staff to ensure outstanding work product
Assists in reviewing, updating, and making recommendations for updates to area standard operating procedures
Prepares and presents facility and process reports and trends in order to make recommendations to department area
Evaluates facility and process efficiencies
Assists with procurement of supplies, equipment and services and tracking expenditures for the area
Communicates with on-site vendors to assist with carrying out supply and equipment deliveries
Attends all mandatory meetings, trainings, and retreats and assist with planning as needed
Comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, as well as ASI and University safety standards
Prepares and maintains appropriate logs and EOD reports through Connect2
Presents a professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service
Performs other duties as assigned