MALONE UNIVERSITY

Position Description

Division / Department: Physical Plant, Housekeeping Department

Title: Building Attendant

Last Revised: 3/30/2023

I. Position Summary

Reporting to the Housekeeping Supervisor, the Building Attendant is responsible for maintaining a

clean and sanitary environment of all assigned areas on campus. Assigned areas may include

public buildings with private offices, event venues, student dormitories, student rooms and cooking

and eating facilities. This position completes their duties while noting and addressing safety

concerns, both physical and environmental, for the benefit of the campus.

II. Essential Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Clean and disinfect bathrooms daily.

2. General dusting.

3. Vacuum carpeted areas and runners as needed.

4. Spot clean tile floors daily and mop all floors as needed (dry mop and wet mop when necessary).

5. Clean entrance doors and glass.

6. Empty waste baskets.

7. Remove cobwebs.

8. Clean and sanitize drinking fountains and hard surfaces.

9. Replenish restroom supplies.

10. Maintain organized and fully stocked supply storage closets. Inventory cleaning supplies and

equipment and requisition on a weekly basis.

11. Clean chalk/dry erase boards as needed.

12. Spot check windows and clean as needed.

13. Complete routine inspections of all assigned areas on a monthly basis noting items and areas

that need in-depth attention. Complete follow-up documentation.

14. Attend in-house safety and training meetings at the direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor.

15. Work occasional overtime on weekends and special events when needed.(graduation, homecoming,

athletic events, etc….)

16. Perform other duties as assigned.

III. Status:

Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Status: Full-time or Part-time

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Incumbent:

Control Number: 001-010

IV. Accountability and Oversight

A. Reports to: Housekeeping Supervisor

B. Supervises: N/A

V. Position Dimensions

A. Employees Supervised: N/A

B. Budget: N/A

VI. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must exhibit a personal understanding of, and operate in concert with the Mission statement and

Foundational Principals of the University. Previous, applicable experience in the general

housekeeping field of at least 1 year is preferred.

A proven ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing is essential. Proven

effective relational skills are also required. A demonstrated ability to collaborate with a wide

range of people and a demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems and

complete projects independently is essential.

Proven time management skills, the ability to prioritize and record keeping abilities are

essential. Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality of sensitive materials is

essential. Hours and days per week may occasionally vary based on the needs of the events cycle.

Evening and weekend work may be necessary at times.

Reviewed and Approved By:

University Collegium Member Date

Director of Human Resources Date

This description is intended to describe the general level and nature of work performed by the

person/people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties

and responsibilities of the person/people so assigned.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person