Custodian

Base pay range

$15.50/hr – $15.50/hr

Fulfills the mission of Norwich University by performing custodial functions for University buildings and facilities. Primarily cleans academic and athletic buildings during shift.

Work shifts: 6:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4:00 am to 12:00 pm, and 12:00 am to 8:00 am (may include weekend hours and required overtime).

Salary: $15.50 per hour plus shift differential for 3rd shift.

• Sweeps, mops, cleans windows, collects trash and recyclables, cleans bathroom appliances, moves furniture, and transports items to collection points for assigned buildings
• Collects and removes trash, litter, and recycling from campus facilities
• Sets up, maintains, and takes down items related to University events
• Operates buffers, vacuum cleaners, and other custodial equipment as qualified
• Performs preventive maintenance on assigned tools and equipment
• Drives University vehicles (pickup trucks, golf carts, light utility vehicles) upon successful training and approval
• Removes snow and ice from steps, roads, and walkways around assigned buildings and elsewhere on campus
• Assists with cleaning, buffing, or shampooing floors and carpets
• Assists with grounds‑keeping tasks to include mowing lawns, and pruning or trimming trees and vegetation
• Performs associated Facilities Operations maintenance work as qualified
• Performs all tasks in a safe manner in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
• Works cooperatively with others as part of a team or independently with minimal supervision

• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive or private information
• Communicates with employees, students, and others in a respectful and clear manner
• Serves on University committees, councils, work groups, or other designated bodies as assigned
• Achieves proficiency in and utilizes computers, telephones, and other job‑related equipment, including related systems and software
• Speaks, reads, and writes in English
• Communicates by telephone, email, letter, in person, or other means or device
• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor or team lead

• High school diploma or equivalent or two years of related experience; vocational training a plus
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Must pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment background check and physical exam
• Able to sit, squat, reach, push, pull, and manipulate related equipment; lift 50 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus
• Some overtime, weekend, or evening hours may be required

• Indoor and outdoor work
• High level of exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes

Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that respects the dignity of all students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non‑immigrant visas such as H1B, STEM, or F1 now or in the future. A post‑offer, pre‑employment background check will be required of the successful candidate.

Application Instructions:
Please complete the online application or submit a paper application to Human Resources, Jackman Hall, Room 323.

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