Custodian (37.5 Hour

Introduction

Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR), Connecticut State Colleges and Universities. We are currently recruiting for a full-time Custodian at our campus, located in New Haven, CT - a city rich with arts and culture, less than 90 miles from New York City and 140 miles from Boston.

This position is located in the Facilities Operations Department, which provides Southern with the designing, planning, construction, maintenance, and repair services for the university's buildings, grounds and utility systems, while providing the highest quality of service to the campus community. The department is also committed to maintaining and enhancing the physical facilities and grounds of the university.

Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week

Third-Shift

Hours:

11pm - 7am

• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A health work/life balance to all employees

As one of the State of Connecticut institutions of higher learning, Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) stands as a testament to the transformative power of education. With its roots stretching back to the 19th century, SCSU has grown from a teachers college to a vibrant, comprehensive university with a wide array of programs in the liberal arts and professional fields. Its commitment to academic excellence is matched by a dedication to access and public service, ensuring that a diverse student body of over 10,000 can pursue higher education in a supportive environment.

The university's focus on social justice permeates campus life, fostering a community where every individual is valued and equity is woven into the fabric of daily activities. As part of the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities System, SCSU continues to be a beacon of knowledge, opportunity, and progress for the state and its residents.

NOTE:

Preference may be given to current BOR/CSCU employees.

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the cleaning and maintenance of buildings.

• Performs custodial tasks and maintenance of areas such as dormitories, classrooms, offices, auditoriums, wards, kitchens, dining rooms and lavatories including outdoor areas (i.e. trash around buildings);
• Dusts, mops, sweeps, scrubs, strips, waxes and polishes floors using appropriate equipment such as floor polishers and buffers;
• Washes, dusts and polishes glass including windows, woodwork, walls, furniture and metal equipment;
• Makes beds;
• Checks, marks, stores and issues linens, blankets, and clothing (limited to individual’s work area not to include counting and inspection for a larger area);
• Collects and counts soiled laundry;
• Distributes, empties and sterilizes glassware, wash basins and bedpans;
• Sweeps walks;
• Collects and disposes of trash;
• Reports needs for repairs;
• Performs minor maintenance;
• Runs errands;
• Inspects buildings for damage and reports conditions to supervisor;
• May change light bulbs and replace fuses;
• May lubricate or tighten door hinges, drawers, cabinets, etc.;
• May replace ceiling or floor tiles;
• May remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways around buildings;
• May sand and salt stairways and walkways;
• May move furniture and/or set-up classrooms;
• Performs related duties as required.

• interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;
• follow oral and written instructions;
• operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work;
• keep records.

Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and/or certifications.

Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class.

A physical examination may be required.

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and/or individuals.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job…