Janitor/Custodian – Georgetown University Law Center

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Requirements

Tradition. Innovation. A superb faculty. Hundreds of course offerings — and all of this just steps away from the Capitol and Supreme Court. Georgetown Law is an exceptional institution in an enviable location. Students come here from all over the world to study international or tax law, environmental or health care law (just a few of our specialties). They come here for our top-ranked clinics. Most of all, they come because this is the place where theory and practice meet. At Georgetown, students learn the law in the place where laws are made.

The Janitor/Custodian, an emergency position, performs all levels of physical work including lifting, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and scrubbing. Requiring a strong back and endurance for physical labor, additional duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform general and specific cleaning and maintenance tasks to provide a clean, safe, and pleasant physical environment.
• Handle furniture moving, office cleaning, class room cleaning, restroom cleaning, exterior entrances cleaning, emergency support, supporting special event set up and break down, and cleaning all public spaces.
• Have the availability and willingness to work during emergency situations such as staffing shortages and snow removal; Examples of emergency service are snow removal, inclement weather, and water damage clean up.
• Perform duties using tools, equipment, and supplies of the trade.

Work Interactions

This position reports directly to the Manager of Custodial Services. The position may report to another manager or staff member as assigned by the immediate supervisor or Director of Facilities Management. Primary purpose is to provide building support services that ensure a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the University community. Employees are expected to behave in a professional manner, comply with policies and practices, be flexible with respect to scheduling and work as a part of a team.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs which requires observance of safety rules and regulations that meet state, federal, and local governing jurisdictions
• May be required to drive University vehicles when necessary
• Must have valid driver’s license in Virginia, Maryland, or District of Columbia and be qualified to conform to University Driving Policy
• Reading, writing, and conversing in English in order to read and understand product label instructions, policies and procedures, as well as to effectively discuss custodial matters with supervisors and others
• Ability to sit, walk and stand while working, and to use arms and hands to lift and carry up to fifty pounds and custodial equipment
• Good attitude and customer service orientation

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

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Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.

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Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown’s commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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