Position:Custodian
Status:Regular, Full-time, Non-Exempt
Department:Campus Operations
Reports to:Custodial Team Coordinator
Salary: Days - $19.25/hour 1 Position
Evenings - $19.25/hour 1 Position
Evening differential - $1.00/hour
Schedule:
Days:8-hour shifts will be determined between the hours of 5:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Evenings: 3 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Description:
The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This position performs routine custodial duties in academic buildings, residence halls, administrative offices, athletic facilities, dining areas, and common spaces. The role supports the college’s mission by maintaining campus infrastructure and appearance in accordance with Paul Smith’s College operational, and customer service standards.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, residence halls, restrooms, hallways, stairwells, lounges, and public areas.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and polish floors and surfaces.
Empty trash and recycling receptacles and transport waste to designated collection points.
Clean windows, doors, walls, partitions, and furniture.
Restock restroom and custodial supplies.
Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, auto scrubbers, buffers, carpet extractors, and floor machines.
Assist with floor care projects including stripping, waxing, buffing, and carpet cleaning.
Set up and break down tables, chairs, and equipment for campus events and meetings.
Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, and repair needs to supervisors.
Follow all safety procedures regarding OSHA standards.
Support emergency response activities including snow events, spills, or campus emergencies as assigned.
Maintain positive customer service interactions with students, faculty, staff, and guests.
Work collaboratively with team members to complete projects and goals.
Perform other duties as assigned by Custodial Evening Lead or Custodial Team Coordinator or designee in their absence.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
Previous custodial or housekeeping experience preferred but not required
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment preferred
Strong customer service orientation
Ability to work with a broad range of diverse individuals and groups to form a safe and inclusive campus community.
Physical Requirements:
Environmental Conditions
Work is consistently performed in indoor academic and residential spaces with normal temperature ranges for the season.
Fast-paced environment during academic year and campus events.
Traditional noise of a busy workspace setting can be expected.
Working spaces may be crowded based on traffic and space configuration.
Routine exposure to cleaning chemicals to perform duties.
Lifting and Carrying
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Routine lifting between 10-25 lbs.
Frequent lifting and carrying light to moderate weight products or tools (cleaning tools, cleaning products, garbage, furniture items, etc.).
Utilize assistive devices and equipment as necessary.
Mobility
Perform physically active work including bending, walking, climbing stairs, and standing for extended periods.
Infrequent needs to reach overhead to perform work duties.
Climbing various staircases across the campus to engage in meetings and/or presentations.
Utilize mobility assistive devices and equipment as necessary.
Dexterity and Hand-Eye Coordination
Manual dexterity for handling cleaning tools.
Sensory Requirements
Good vision is required, with corrective lenses as necessary.
Good hearing is required with assistive devices as necessary.
Paul Smith’s College is an equal opportunity employer. Position descriptions are created that focus on essential functions, using inclusive language, and avoid unnecessary or discriminatory requirements.
Applicants will be reviewed promptly and the search will move quickly, so do not delay in submitting applications.
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