Independence Community College
Position Announcement
Part-time Custodian
Independence Community College (ICC) is seeking applications for a Part-time Custodian position. Independence Community College is a small, rural, residential community college in southeast Kansas.
Position Summary
The college is seeking a team-oriented professional who, as a part of the Maintenance Team will perform a wide variety of custodial activities for the college. The position will include providing specific building maintenance as assigned, assisting with basic building interior and exterior improvement activities, assisting with building/campus activity set up, identifying specific building custodial/maintenance needs, processing work orders, establishing usage schedule, completing work list priorities, and initiating preventive maintenance. The Director of Maintenance and Facilities may assign other duties for the successful operation of the campus.
Qualifications
Qualifications for this position will include experience related to the scope of work. The ideal candidate will possess excellent custodial skills and be able to interact with the public in a professional manner.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Custodian position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, but only after full disclosure by the applicant.
1. Position generally requires light work with occasional lifting of thirty pounds or more, carrying supplies, equipment. The job requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time; walking, constant movement, climbing ladders, overhead work and operating equipment used in the maintenance of the college.
2. Requires constant hand grasp; frequent standing, walking and repetitive leg and arm movements, bending, reaching forward and overhead; squatting and kneeling; twist, climb and crawl. Ability to communicate verbally with an excellent comprehension of the English language.
3. Must have a valid driver’s license to drive from one location to another in the course of employment.
4. Work is generally performed in an indoor or outdoor setting in all kinds of weather. Requires maintenance of the grounds during inclement weather conditions.
5. Work may be required when the college is closed.
Position Information
The Part-time Custodian is a 12-month position.
Job Description
Part-time Custodian
The Custodian performs building, grounds and service activities with the college Maintenance Team. Specific maintenance skills and custodial responsibilities of the position will be dependent or demonstrated knowledge of and expertise under the direction of the Supervisor.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Provide specific building maintenance as assigned.
2. Assist with basic building interior and exterior improvement activities.
3. Assist building/campus activity set up.
4. Provide services for the campus buildings as assigned.
5. Perform custodial services.
6. Identify specific building custodial/maintenance needs, process work orders, establish usage schedule, complete work list priorities, and initiate preventive maintenance.
7. Other responsibilities necessary to the successful operation of the campus.
General Responsibilities
1. Clarity of thought and expression.
2. Time management and organizational skills.
3. Self-starting, energetic work ethic.
4. Demonstrated hands-on familiarity with custodial and maintenance functions and equipment.
5. Demonstrated understanding quality of campus work environment.
Qualifications
1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Custodial experience.
3. Demonstrated commitment to college work ethic.
4. Expanded self-starting attitude.
5. Ability to drive and ensure a valid driver’s license.
6. Ability to lift a minimum of thirty pounds; heavier items may need to be moved/lifted, but with help and or specific equipment.
7. Ability to perform assigned work tasks on a ladder or scaffolding.
8. Responsible to work alone with minimal supervision, and/or with others as needed.
9. Willingness to perform custodial work and other duties as may be assigned for the successful operation of the campus.
Independence Community College (ICC) is a two-year educational institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It was established in 1925 as grades 13 and 14 of the Independence public school system. In 1967, Independence Community College legally separated from the school district. Construction of the new community college on a 68 acre campus, formerly the Independence Country Club, began in 1969. Classes at the new site began in September 1970. ICC campus is now home to the Academic Building, Fine Arts Building, Student Union, Cessna Learning Center, Field House, Administration Building, William Inge Center for the Arts, fitness center, athletic practice fields, disc golf course, 96-bed multi-structure living complex, and a 200 bed residence hall.
By renovating a donated building, in 2010, we expanded our college to include ICC West (2615 West Main Street). This campus is located on the west side of Independence and is home to our technical programs: Allied Health, Cosmetology, and GED/ABE. Additional renovations were completed in 2012 to accomodate our newest program, Veterinary Technology. This state-of-the-art facility includes animal wards, a classroom, lab, surgery, pharmacy, prep room, small animal treatment, food prep, grooming, and radiology.
ICC also maintains presence downtown through the ICC Foundation office and by partnering with the Independence Business Resource Center.
Currently, our educational and support programming includes 35 programs of study for Associates of Arts and/or Science degrees, 11 programs of study for Certificate completion, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, men's and women's athletic programs, and a variety of campus organizations and activities.
Mission Statement
Independence Community College serves the best interests of students and the community by providing academic excellence while promoting cultural enrichment and economic development.
Vision Statement
To be a community college that provides an exceptional educational experience by cultivating intellect, encouraging creativity, and enhancing character in a student and community centered environment.
Core Values
- Integrity: ICC holds its employees and students accountable to be honest, ethical, and transparent.
- Excellence: ICC demonstrates continuous quality improvement in academics and services offered to students and other stakeholders.
- Responsiveness: ICC looks to the future by responding to the emerging needs of its stakeholders.
- Diversity/Enrichment: ICC provides an environment that values uniqueness while promoting personal growth through creativity and innovation.
- Commitment: ICC commits to making decisions that best serve its students and community.