Custodial and Grounds Assistant

The Custodial and Grounds Assistant maintains the stockroom and inventory. Transports and distributes materials throughout the university. The Custodial & Grounds Assistant supports the Custodial and Grounds Manager.

• Confirms all incoming shipments/orders to be accurate by comparing the invoice to the order and ensures all inventory is in excellent condition
• Assesses to identify inventory and stock-items
• Accurately maintains spreadsheet to include all stocked materials and equipment
• Transports and pickups materials, supplies, and equipment to and from surrounding buildings
• Monitors and reports any missing or lost inventory to the Custodial and Grounds Manager
• Organizes and sort items on shelving, bins, and displays according to standards
• Restocks/Refills janitorial closets weekly
• Provides feedback support to the Custodial and Grounds manager on landscape deficiencies using a work request system (FAMIS)

• Is on call 24 hours a day for general maintenance incidences
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Direct Reports:

• None

Delegation of Work:

• N/A

Supervision Given:

• N/A

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 1 (one) year of job-related experience

License/Certification:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License to drive a vehicle

• None

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the general custodial tasks that are required on a university campus

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure.

Primary Work Location:

• Works in an inside and outdoor environment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds; ability to climb ladders and stair/balancing required; frequent stooping and bending over;75% of time spent sitting, 15% of the time standing, 10% of the time, regular overhead and horizontal reaching; acute hearing required;
• Frequent speaking; cultural and regional accents acceptable;
• Corrected vision to 20/40 color vision and ability to distinguish all colors.
• No light-duty work. General air-conditioned environment, but occasional exposure to cold and heat; occasional exposure to wet/dry environment; occasional exposure to constant noise and vibrations; normal physical hazards of an office environment. Occasional exposure to fumes/dust/odors. EEO/AA

Commitment to Excellence - UHD

• Demonstrates a commitment to competently perform his/her job duties and responsibilities within established time frames.
• Continuously strives to improve work performance.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her commitments to the university.
• Contributes to the success of the university by consistently providing quality results in the performance of his/her job duties and responsibilities.

Respect and Cooperation

• Treats others with courtesy, respect, and dignity in the workplace.
• Promotes cooperation through open and honest communications and consideration of others ideas, thoughts, and opinions.

Integrity

• Demonstrates high ethical standards of conduct in the performance of his/her job duties and responsibilities.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her actions.
• Respects and complies with department and university policies, procedures, and work rules.

Proficiency

• Possesses required job skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrates the ability to apply those skills and knowledge to competently perform his/her job duties and assignments.

Dependability

• Takes responsibility to accomplish job assignments within reasonable deadlines.
• Willing to accept new projects and/or commitments.
• Does due diligence to complete projects within specified timeframes and/or fulfill commitments.
• Arrives to work on time prepared and ready to contribute.

Flexibility

• Willingly adjusts to changing work assignments or conditions.
• Open to changes in operational procedures, technology, and/or organizational structure.
• Views changes as opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Displays a positive attitude to encourage others.
• Promptly responds to changes in work priorities and/or unexpected circumstances or situations.

Communicates Effectively

• Communicates clearly, concisely, and with courtesy.
• Carefully listens to customer or thoroughly reads correspondence, and uses good judgment to respond appropriately. (Customers can be students, external constituents, employees, or university guests.)
• Communicates requests for further action or resources to appropriate individuals with tact.

Equipment Operation

• Demonstrates the essential skills required to use equipment and tools needed to perform job duties and responsibilities.
• Follows maintenance and operation procedures and safety rules to minimize equipment malfunctions and prevent personal injuries.

Student Success Indirect Support

• Contributes to student success by assisting students with anything that supports their student experience, whether directly or indirectly.
• Helps students navigate their way through the different offices, programs, and services at the university and/or connects students with the appropriate party(ies).
• Connects students with services or resources that can help them with career exploration, goal selection, and ongoing academic assistance.
• Helps students build peer support networks.
• Encourages student participation in out-of-class activities.
• Provides encouragement and guidance to foster student success.
• Treats students with respect
• Maintains the learning environment to ensure quality and/or sound pedagogy.