Custodian

About the Role

This custodian position provides support at various college buildings as directed by the facilities operations building manager. The role is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of facilities and the surrounding external adjacent area, performing minor maintenance, and snow removal from walkways. Key aspects include ensuring facilities are open and secured at the end of the day, and being cognizant of the fire alarm and security systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning of hardwood surfaces
• Cleaning of carpeting and upholstery
• Cleaning of terrazzo and tile/linoleum floors
• Cleaning of restrooms, stairwells, classrooms, offices, etc.
• Ordering of supplies/cleaning products
• Replacement of fluorescent tubes and light bulbs
• Snow removal
• Opening and securing of facilities
• Unclogging of toilets/sinks
• Identification of chemicals and cleaning fluids for appropriate tasks
• Use of pallet jack
• Use of scissors lift
• Driving a vehicle
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school degree or GED diploma required
• Training on the job available with limited to no commercial cleaning experience
• Commercial cleaning experience in an educational environment preferred
• Must be able to use a variety of carpet extractors (walk behind/push-pull), Taski dry foam swing scrubbers, operate all floor hand rotary and vibrating scrubbers, operate wet vacuums, use 4’; 6’; 8’; and 10’ ladders, use carpet bonnet machines, use and have knowledge of all cleaning chemicals and dispensing systems, gas and electric power sprayers, all general use custodial equipment such as mops, buckets, brooms, dusters, etc., operate snow blowers, use salt spreaders, use man lifts and pallet jacks, do light electrical and plumbing work using pliers, use screwdrivers, plungers, etc.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing via email.
• Ability to provide customer service to faculty, staff, students and the general public
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to adjust to a flexible and changing schedule

Qualifications

• Be able to lift 50 pounds
• Be able to work indoors with or without heat and air conditioning
• Must be punctual and have good attendance record
• Ability to work with a variety of college staff personnel
• Ability to work alone
• Ability to work late at night into early morning
• Work indoors and outdoors
• Work with or without heat and air conditioning, and outside during all types of weather

Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks, Monday through Friday, 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM
• Compensation: Custodian I: $18.95 + Shift differential: $0.50 per hour for 2nd shift
• Benefits: Full-time
• Health Coverage: Six health insurance plan options, including one with no health insurance premiums.
• Time off: Substantial vacation time.
• Wellness Program: Resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsite gym membership.
• Continuous Learning: Career development and educational opportunities.
• Retirement Plans: Including the state retirement plan.