What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian and Groundskeeper position at Kettering University and Careers?
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About Kettering: Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders.
Benefits: include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits.
To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.
Benefits: include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits.
To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.
Position Status
Full-time
If Part Time, hours per week
Posting Text
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in team/project coordination;
- Demonstrated ability to use computer;
- Knowledge of electronic email and work order system;
- Work experience in a educational setting.
Job Specific Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or G.E.D.;
- Demonstrated ability to operate custodial equipment;
- Demonstrated ability to work independently without supervision.
- Understanding and commitment to Kettering University Values:
b. INTEGRITY: including accountability, transparency and ethics.
c. CREATIVITY: fostering flexibility and innovation.
d. COLLABORATION: across disciplines and with all partners.
e. EXCELLENCE: in all we do.
Posting Information
Posting Number
SP00451
Posting Date
07/09/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Job Duties
Job Duties
Percent of total time
25
Duties
Perform custodial work involved in care and cleaning of specified area or areas of a building including: restrooms, stairways, chalk boards, locker rooms, classrooms, laboratories, offices, shops, etc.
Percent of total time
20
Duties
Perform all phases of floor, wall, ceiling and glass care and cleaning.
Percent of total time
15
Duties
Coordinate with coworker to provide proper coverage when needed.
Percent of total time
10
Duties
Perform safe operation, care and cleaning of custodial equipment.
Percent of total time
10
Duties
Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
Percent of total time
5
Duties
Maintain inventory and supplies.
Percent of total time
5
Duties
Assist in room/event set up and breakdown.
Percent of total time
5
Duties
Assist groundskeeping staff as assigned.
Percent of total time
5
Duties
Comply with University safety and security policies and procedures and report conditions that may create hazards.