Custodian - 2nd Shift

The federal government and the state of Massachusetts have made the decision to end the COVID-19 public health emergency. Effective June 1, 2023, the college will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for members of our community. Rather, we strongly recommend that everyone stay up to date on their vaccinations, including boosters, as recommended by their health care provider.
While we will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations, we strongly encourage members of our campus community to adhere to public health recommendations for vaccination to protect against COVID-19, as well as influenza and other diseases.

Posting Number: 0601327

Position Title:

Custodian - 2nd Shift

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates):
Tuesday - Saturday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Position Type:
Staff

Department:
Physical Plant

Provide custodial services, furniture movement, event support services, and other support operations to our campus community and guests.

• Custodial Services
  :
  Perform custodial services in order to maintain a sanitary, safe and inviting environment for students, staff and visitors. This includes cleaning all building areas and furnishings, using appropriate equipment, cleaning chemicals and taking appropriate safety measures.
• Waste & Recycling
  :
  Rubbish and recycling removal. Empty rubbish and recycling containers and transport materials for consolidation. Clean bins, re-line containers, and replace signage as needed.
• Safety & Security
  :
  Comply with security and safety guidelines. maintain security of assigned areas, observe safety rules and regulations, and report defective or unsafe conditions to the supervisor. Maintain clean workspace, storage locations and supply inventory. Exercise sound judgement when using equipment, two-way radios and chemicals, and must follow and use approved safety standards and precautions as well as proper use of chemicals and cleaning products
• Emergency Response: Provide department emergency response services, i.e. water removal, when necessary or conditions warrant, or when “called in” for emergency situations or inclement weather. Work overtime as necessary or periodically required, and have flexibility in shift hours.
• Furniture movement
  . Move furniture as needed or requested, within or between college facilities. Re- arrange furnishings as needed to maintain aesthetics and utilization.
• Event Support: Support campus event setups, breakdowns and other logistics for summer programs, special events and other campus events such as Commencement & student move-in/move-out.
• Service & Support: Respond to all work order and service requests and complaints in a professional, courteous and timely manner.
• Other Duties Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal supervision to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, resolve problems and function as a member of a team.
• Ability to lift and move heavy furniture and operate bulky and heavy equipment.
• Physically capable of lifting 40
  -50 lbs.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedure.

• Previous custodial and customer service experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.
When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
The anticipated hiring or recruitment hourly rate for this position is $18/hr hours worked outside of first shift hours do qualify for a shift differential.

Stamina & Mobility:
Continuous standing, walking, bending, stooping, and kneeling for the duration of an 8.5-hour shift to clean large areas like the gym floor, balconies, locker rooms, and staircases.

• Heavy Lifting &…