Custodian

Custodian

The Custodian maintains a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment by taking ownership of assigned facilities and grounds. This role involves performing a wide range of cleaning, maintenance, and basic building security tasks across various campus zones, including administrative buildings, dorms, halls, and athletic facilities. Custodians work in a fast‑paced, physically demanding setting and play a key role in supporting students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

• Clean floors, ramps, and stairs by sweeping, wet mopping, dust mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming as assigned.
• Service, clean, and restock restrooms to maintain a sanitary and safe environment.
• Gather and empty recycling and trash from designated areas and dispose of them properly.
• Clean and polish fixtures to maintain a neat and professional appearance throughout the facility.
• Replace light bulbs as needed to ensure adequate lighting in all assigned areas.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using appropriate cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Mix water, detergents, or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications and safety guidelines.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment to reduce dust accumulation and maintain cleanliness.
• Steam clean or shampoo carpets as required to maintain appearance and hygiene standards.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors to preserve surfaces and enhance safety and aesthetics.
• Clean, replace, and hang blinds, drapes, and entrance mats as needed.
• Collect and deliver soiled items, such as linens or cleaning materials, to designated locations.
• Clear sidewalks, drives, and adjacent areas, including shoveling snow to maintain safe walkways.
• Assist with snow removal activities as necessary to support safe campus operations.
• Lock, unlock, and secure buildings as directed, maintaining awareness of building conditions and facilities.
• Monitor and report abnormalities, security concerns, or suspicious conditions in assigned areas.
• Identify and report needed building repairs or maintenance issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Respond to spills and messes promptly by cleaning, sweeping, and mopping to prevent hazards.
• Allocate to different zones across campus based on management requests and operational needs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support overall campus cleanliness and safety.

• 6 months to 1 year of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial, industrial, or similar environment.
• Proficiency in cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and general housekeeping.
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift, including covering large zones such as lecture halls, student unions, or athletic facilities.
• Ability to bend, squat, and reach into hard‑to‑clean areas safely and repeatedly.
• Ability to lift and pull up to 50 pounds, including moving furniture to clean, mop, or vacuum as needed.
• Capability to perform work that requires medium to heavy physical effort on a consistent basis.
• Customer service mindset with a professional and approachable demeanor when interacting with students, faculty, and staff.
• Reliability and willingness to work assigned 2nd or 3rd shift schedules.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety procedures, and cleaning specifications accurately.

• Commercial or industrial cleaning experience beyond the minimum requirement is a plus.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in custodial or janitorial work within a commercial or industrial building is a plus.
• Ability to operate cleaning vehicles or equipment such as floor scrubbers is a plus.
• Experience in production, general labor, housekeeping, janitorial, or clean‑up roles is beneficial.
• Comfort working in a unionized environment and adapting to negotiated pay structures and differentials.
• Willingness to participate in orientation and training with larger groups of new hires.

You will join a stable, campus‑based operation that offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for…