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The position of Custodial Worker I is assigned to the Shippensburg University Custodial Services Department and is responsible for operational conduct of housekeeping services for an assigned area within the University. Areas to which the position is assigned are comprised of academic, administrative, residential and athletic facilities.

This position is delegated the authority to prioritize work within the assigned area to maintain departmental work standards, work assignments and cleaning policy and procedure goals and objectives. The Custodial Worker I is required to make decisions based on a full knowledge of these guidelines. Deviations from these guidelines must be reported and/or approved by management. As a Facilities Division Employee I am deemed "essential" and must remain or report to work when classes are delayed or cancelled due to hazardous road conditions, emergency circumstances or for other reasons. The provisions of Management Directive 530.17 are applicable in these situations and are available to me from my supervisor. Also, as a Facilities Division Employee, I may be utilized to work a rotational schedule to maintain coverage on the weekend (Saturday and Sunday).

Custodial Worker 1 duties include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Maintains the Shippensburg University Custodial Department's integrity, effectiveness and efficiency via compliance to departmental work standards, work assignments, cleaning policy and procedures. 2. Assures a safe operating environment for fellow employees through compliance with state and local government codes, University safety and Custodial Services Department safety and training programs. 3. Performs many custodial and household duties associated with care, cleaning and sanitation. Duties involved in this classification are: cleaning furniture and fixtures, trash removal; cleaning lavatories and shower rooms; dry and wet mopping corridors and lounges; vacuuming carpets; washing windows; replaces burned-out light bulbs; cleaning stairways; cleaning drinking fountains, etc. Complies with Spring and Fall housecleaning as scheduled in campus buildings. 4. Operates various types of manual and power-operated custodial equipment. Inspects assigned equipment for safe operation, facilitates minor repairs. 5. Requests cleaning supplies, helps maintain supply and equipment rooms. Remains fully trained and requests assistance from Custodial Worker II in the proper utilization of equipment and materials, chemical products and the use of protective devices. 6. Reports needed building and furniture repairs; assists in keeping immediate outside premises and building entrances in an orderly and safe condition. 7. Communicates frequently with appropriate Custodial Worker II or designee with regards to the status of all housekeeping functions in accord with the supervisor for the area. 8. Responds to customer complaints with appropriate measure of courtesy and service. 9. Effectively communicates both verbally and/or in writing with Custodial Worker II and Supervisor. 10. Immediately notifies proper parties of any injury and/or incident. 11. Responds to emergencies by coordinating with the proper level of staff and equipment necessary to provide an effective solution to the situation. 12. Provides event coverage as needed and ensures event services are provided in accordance with established requirements. 13. Maintains high customer service levels throughout custodial performance levels.