Date:	April 20, 2013
Reports to (Job Title):	Laboratory Director, MME
Jobs Reporting (Job Titles):	None
Location:	Main Campus
Grade:	USG 3 40 hr/wk

Primary Purpose

This position is responsible for the general upkeep of a number of labs and for assisting technical staff as required.

Key Accountabilities:

Cleaning floors by sweeping, vacuuming, or mopping for specific activities such as when a machine creates debris or in certain labs— i.e. labs that are considered “clean labs”
Cleaning work surfaces that are free of items, equipment, and machines as directed
Removal of recycling materials
Maintaining and replenishing stock such as paper towels and soap
Moving of items such as furniture, equipment, and boxes
Providing general assistance to technicians as required, including but not limited to activities such as:
- painting
- equipment maintenance
- cutting material
- packing and unpacking equipment
Perform other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Education:

Experience:

Custodial experience required

Technical:

MS Word	Excel	PowerPoint	Other
word	excel	powerpoint	other

Nature and Scope

Interpersonal Skills:

Internally, makes contact with lab staff to

receive instructions/communicate acceptance
ask clarifying questions
exchange or provide simple information

Level of Responsibility:

The job has defined duties and responsibilities and receives direct supervision

Decision-Making Authority:

None

Physical and Sensory Demands:

Lifting, bending and stretching. The majority of the work is indoors, however the incumbent may be required to travel outside when disposing of recycling materials.

Working Environment:

Travel: None

Working Hours: Regular working hours

Risks-physical and psychological :

Physical risks typical of a laboratory setting
No significant psychological risks

Laboratory Assistant/Custodian