The Catholic University of America

The Cleaner is an essential member of the Facilities team. The Cleaner position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to function as part of the Universities’ emergency plan. The team is responsible for providing the custodial services necessary to preserve and enhance the University’s plant assets and to sustain a safe and clean environment conducive to individual and community development. The cleaner is expected to perform a variety of general and specific custodial services.

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $18.04/hour. 

• Performance of preventive scheduled and emergency interior and exterior custodial services including but not limited to:
  • Daily cleaning and associated operations
  • Trash and non-hazardous waste removal
  • Litter control
  • Recycling removal
  • Special event services
  • Conference services
  • Snow/ice removal and weather damage services
• Responsibilities include the performance of standard activities, including but not limited to:
  • Cleaning, stocking supplies and waste removal in residences, academic facilities, administrative facilities, performance halls, select dining areas, religious areas, service support areas, student life facilities.
  • Washing, disinfecting, sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, scrubbing, mopping, waxing, buffing, restoring flooring surfaces, walls partitions, fixtures, furnishings, entrances, stairs, elevators, ramps, landings, loading docks, restrooms, corridors, offices, lounges, public areas, kitchens, laundry rooms, storage areas, doors, windows, window coverings, vents, overhead areas, ceilings, seating, lighting.
  • Removing waste, surplus materials, litter control and recycling to disposal areas.
  • Supplying special event set-ups and room condition preparations.
  • Providing conference services support including restroom servicing for residential guests of the University.
  • Perform snow/ice removal, weather and unplanned damage related services as directed.
• Provide feedback for service improvements as appropriate.
• Promote and follow job related safety requirements.
• Perform other custodial related duties as determined to be necessary.

• High School or G.E.D. preferred
• At least one (1) year of cleaning experience at a university or in a small to mid-sized commercial environment such as a hotel, a restaurant or an apartment complex etc. is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and correspondence in English.
• Strong service orientation towards individuals and groups, especially students.
• Ability to be an energetic team player committed to performing with high productivity and excellent results.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work on a set schedule.