Janitor, Maintenance​/Cleaning, Cleaning Services

Fiscal Year  Position Title Janitor Classification Title Janitor Department Custodial Posting Number C260015 Posting Link https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Employer State Appointment Type Classified Appointment Term Permanent/Contingent Permanent Classified Position Type Non-Competitive Classified Temporary Until Salary Grade SG07

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The University at Buffalo, department of Campus Operations is seeking Janitors to perform a variety of cleaning and unskilled maintenance tasks, and assist with supervising lower-level cleaning staff. They are responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of assigned areas in university buildings, surrounding grounds, and walkways.

Duties Include:

* Perform general cleaning and disinfection tasks

* Collect and remove trash, recycling, compost, and transport to centralized location for disposal

* Replace misplaced items, furniture, and equipment

* Washes floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows using mops, detergents, brushes, and other cleaning devices

* Vacuums, strips and waxes floors, and shampoos carpets, using manual or mechanical equipment

* Scrubs and cleans restrooms and showers, using hand-operated equipment and cleaning agents; and unclogs toilets, traps, and sinks

* Replaces light bulbs, and dusts or washes light fixtures and high places, such as ceilings, using ladders, other appropriate equipment, and tools

* Polishes wood and metal surfaces, fixtures, furniture, and equipment

* Moves, and arranges furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning tasks or in preparation for meetings, events, and other activities

* Sweeps, removes snow, and salts walkways using mechanical and manual equipment

* Reports and recommends necessary repairs and maintenance requiring skilled trades work to supervisor

* Prepares, mixes, and dilutes cleaning solutions following manufacturer directions

* Assists with the supervision of lower-level staff. Assigns tasks; provides instructions, training and assistance

* Demonstrates proper cleaning procedures

* Reviews work of teams

* Monitors time and attendance

* Other duties as assigned

Learn more:

* Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

* Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Departmental Operating Needs

Candidates must effectively demonstrate:

* Their skills and competency for this position

* A working knowledge of the methods and equipment used in janitorial services, floor, building, and biohazard care, plus light maintenance work

* A positive attitude and a willingness to lead a small team of Cleaners

* An ability to effectively communicate expectations and performance requirements with team members

* Possess and have demonstrated positive customer service skills

* Be able to understand and follow written and/or oral instructions

Since the activities of other employees depend upon the availability of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that will be considered when filling this vacancy.

Minimum Qualifications

* Must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position.

* Must be able to communicate orally and in writing to exchange information

Preferred Qualifications

Floorcare experience

Physical Demands

* Must be able to remain in a stationary position and position self (e.g., stoop, bend, and stretch) for long periods of time. Must have the ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor; operate various cleaning equipment and products; and ascend/descend ladders and scaffolds.

* May be assigned to clean laboratories, operating rooms or hospital, school or custodial care settings that require a high degree of cleanliness and disinfectant processes that must be followed to minimize the spread of infection.

* The ability to transport and remove snow from walkways and areas adjacent to buildings.

Salary Range $38,235 Additional Salary Information Work Days Weekdays - Monday - Friday Work Hours

10:00 p.m.

- 6:30 a.m.

Scheduled Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Job Type Full-Time Campus All Campuses Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Additional Information Is a background check required for this posting? Yes Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

Contact Information

Contact's Name Amber Kiebzak Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Customer Service Manager Contact's Email amberwar Contact's Phone

Posting Dates

Posted 02/16/2026 Deadline for Applicants Open Until Filled Date to be Filled