Student Custodial Worker Job Description

• Schedules are assigned on a weekly recurring basis each semester based on the following hours, dependent upon your class schedule.  We appreciate that you are a student first. 
  • Shifts
    • You may be assigned 2 – 4 weekly recurring shifts for the entirety of a semester, working on average, 3 – 5 hours per shift between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday, for a total of 10 – 15 hours per week.  
    • When first starting in the position, student employees will be assigned to shadow shifts with the nightly Custodial crew between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. for approximately a two – week onboarding and training period. 
    • ***schedule is subject to change based on additional special events / late night events.
• We are looking to hire 2-3 students. Each student will receive between 10-15 hours of work a week, in addition to required training (monthly in – services, semesterly Full Staff Training) throughout the semester. 
• Student employees can work a maximum of 28 hours (domestic) and 20 hours (international) per week across all on – campus jobs at Kent State University. 

The Recreation Assistant – Student Custodial Worker will be clean and neatly attired while on duty.  A RecWell staff shirt and nametag (provided) are to be worn as the primary outer layer, as well as khaki/jeans bottoms with no rips or holes and closed-toed shoes when on shift.

Includes the Associate Director of Facility Management and Operations, the Associate Director of the Ice Arena, Competitive Sports, and Outdoor Facilities, the Custodial Work Supervisor, and the Operations Student Supervisor, along with other RecWell professional staff who are responsible for different work areas. They will provide feedback and insight of the Recreation Assistant --- Student Custodial Worker’s work on an as - needed basis while on the job and during a one – time in – person job evaluation each semester.

• Must possess strong customer service skills.
• Work both independently and collaboratively with others in various working groups to achieve common goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with coworkers, supervisors, and all RecWell patrons and guests. 
• Ability to positively create a welcoming environment for all and maintain a positive attitude at work.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully with all people.
• Demonstrating an articulation of one’s own personal and professional goals, strengths, and weaknesses, and how this work experience will be a growth opportunity.
• Ability to address conflict in a professional manner through problem-solving and critical thinking.  

Interested candidates must apply through Handshake.

Contact Chris Baker at cbaker5@kent.edu

This area is responsible for the day-to-day responsibilities of the SRWC and Tri-Rec facility. Informal recreation and events/reservations fall under Operations’ purview. Staff provides excellent customer service, recognizes and responds to emergencies, and provides a safe, clean environment. Operations works closely with all other areas to create a welcoming space for all students and members to recreate within. Operations is also responsible for safely opening and closing the facility on a daily basis.

• Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: Exposed to dust, dirt, odors, heights, cleaning chemicals, and variable working conditions; may be required to clean up bodily fluids to include blood, vomit, urine, and feces; requires moderate physical effort to include frequent lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 75 pounds (e.g. furniture); frequent stooping and bending, climbing ladders, and extended periods of standing and walking; may work varied hours and shifts to include occasional evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.  
• Background Check: Must obtain a background check outlined by the department prior to employment. All offers of employment at RecWell are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check (will be provided upon hire at no cost). A plea of guilty to, a finding of guilty by a referee, jury or court of, or a conviction of any of the following shall disqualify an individual from being eligible for employment with Recreation and Wellness Services.
  • (1) A felony. (2) A sexual offense, as defined in chapter 2907 of the revised code. (3) An offense of violence, as defined in section 2901.01(A) (9)(a) of the revised code. (4) A theft offense, as defined in section 2913.01(K)(1) of the revised code. (5) A drug abuse offense, as defined in section 2925.01(G) of the revised code. o (6) Substantially comparable conduct to (1) through (5) above, occurring in a jurisdiction outside the state of Ohio.
• Standard Trainings: Become certified in American Red Cross CPR/AED / FA for the Professional Rescuer, Fraud Training, Bloodborne Pathogen Training, and other trainings as assigned (will be provided upon hire at no cost).
• Department Trainings: Attend all new hire orientation trainings, department (semesterly) and area trainings (monthly), and other trainings (in person and online) as needed.
• Certifications: Maintain all valid certifications that are required of your position and abide by FERPA / HIPPA.
• Community Expectations: Adhere to communication deadlines and expectations set forth by your area supervisor or other professional staff members, including answering emails, text messages, and phone calls in a timely manner (24-48 hours).
• Work Flexibility: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including non-traditional work hours, and practice good time management skills.
• Working Week Limit: Abide by the hourly work week limit of 28 hours maximum per week in all on campus jobs combined. For international students, this number is 20 hours per week when classes are in session, and 28 hours per week when classes are not in session (summer, spring break, and winter break).
• Emergency Response: Ability to respond to an emergency, as outlined in the Emergency Action Plan.
• Clean, Safe, Organized Workstation: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation and environment for student employees, patrons, and all others.
• Policies and Procedures: Abide by all other policies and procedures outlined by Recreation and Wellness Services, the Division of Student Life, and Kent State University.
• Commitment and Congruency: Commitment to Recreation and Wellness Services’ mission, team culture, and values and aligning oneself with them.

• MISSION STATEMENT (describes who we are): We build communities of belonging by encouraging well-being through inclusive leadership, recreation, and wellness experiences.
• VALUES (describes what guides our practice): Sustainability, Belonging, and Excellence.
• VISION STATEMENTS (describes our purpose): Connecting people through Recreation and Wellness experiences to support lifelong well-being. 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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