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Lead Custodian

NEW MEXICO HIGHLANDS UNIVERSITY · nmhu.edu
Las VegasLead / Manager
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A lead / manager full-time Janitor / Custodian / Cleaner role at NEW MEXICO HIGHLANDS UNIVERSITY in Las Vegas.

Details

Found
29 d ago · posted 2026-10-13
Location
Las Vegas, NM, USA
Pay (as listed)
$15.75–$19.03 an hour

Full description

Job Details: Job Location: Main Campus - Las Vegas NM - Las Vegas , NM, Position Type: Full Time -Reg, Education Level: High School or GED, Salary Range: $15.75 - $19.03Hourly, Job Category: Staff, SUMMARY: This position is responsible for functioning as lead custodian worker while performing a variety of tasks in assigned areas. This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement upon completion of probationary period.   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Vacuuming, sweeping, and emptying trash receptacles. Cleans restrooms and restocks paper and soap supplies. Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and/or supplies. Directs the work of lower-level Custodial Workers to include assigning workload and monitoring employee performance. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Maintains adequate supplies for the day to day needs of custodial staff. Cleans fixtures, blinds, pictures, shelves, drapes and ashtrays. Wash windows, restrooms and kitchens. Assist in shoveling snow in entryways. Move furniture and perform set-ups as necessary. Shampoo carpets, strips and waxes floors, as required. Shovels snow in entryways as required. Dusts and Mops floors. Maintain regular attendance. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years’ experience working as a Custodial Worker.   EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, holidays, odd hours, and emergency calls. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver’s License.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instruction. Knowledge in properly handling hazardous chemicals and materials. Knowledge in proper cleaning techniques. Knowledge of safety procedures. Ability to give direction while functioning as a lead worker. Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control. Ability to understand and follow safety procedures. Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment. Ability to read and write effectively. Ability to understand, follow and enforce safety procedures. Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade. Ability to lead and train staff.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting 0 to 50 pounds – Frequently Lifting greater than fifty pounds – Occasionally Standing – Frequently Walking – Frequently Bending – Frequently Squat – Frequently Climbing – Frequently Kneeling – Frequent   WORK ENVIRONMENT: May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and materials. Work in dirty/dusty conditions – Frequently Work in noisy conditions – Occasionally Work around fumes and odors – Frequently Work in wet and humid environments – Occasionally Work in poorly lit areas – Occasionally Work on elevated heights – Occasionally

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