SUMMER - Temporary - Custodian
Listed on 2026-08-18
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Janitor, Cleaning Services, Facility Maintenance
SUMMER
- Temporary
- Custodian
Position Title - SUMMER
- Temporary
- Custodian
Division
- Finance and Administration
Department
- Facilities
- Custodial Services
Hiring Wage/Salary Range - $16.00- $16.60 / hour
The Facilities Department at Colgate University is committed to creating the safest, cleanest, and most comfortable environment that further distinguishes Colgate University as a world-class educational institution. We work hard as part of a unified team to make everyone who arrives on campus feel welcomed.
Accountabilities
- Maintains assigned area in clean and safe condition by performing such duties as cleaning of bathrooms; showers, kitchens and apartments; vacuuming; dusting/polishing; washing windows, walls and woodwork; removing trash and recyclables; stripping and re-finishing floors, extraction cleaning of carpets; cleaning of common areas and any other assigned tasks as necessary. Responsible for: cleaning in assigned area(s) to meet established guidelines.
Following safety protocols in carrying out assigned duties and reporting maintenance and safety items to facilities office. Moves and deliveries; setting up for special events coverage and office moves. Cleanliness of immediate outdoor perimeter of assigned building(s). Working well with colleagues in a team oriented system and maintain flexibility to handle diverse job assignments.
Professional Experience/ Qualifications
- Must be capable of working collegially in a setting with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on a daily basis. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and to lift and carry up to a maximum of 50 pounds. Must be able to handle heavy equipment, such as industrial vacuum cleaners, and containers such as trash bags/cans.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.
Preferred Qualifications - A valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's motor vehicle policy, is preferred in order to perform other job related duties/assignments.
EEO Statement
- The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
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