Custodian, Primarily Evenings/Nights
Listed on 2026-06-06
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Facility Maintenance, Cleaning Services
Location: St. Albans
Custodian, Primarily Evenings/Nights 7 pm - 3:30 am
Job Category: Service & Trade
Requisition Number: CUSTO
001383
Posted: April 10, 2026
Job Type: Full‑time
Schedule: 7:00 pm – 3:30 am, every other weekend
Northwestern Medical Center
133 Fairfield Street
St. Albans, VT 05478, USA
Pay: $18.00 – $25.59 USD per hour
The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job‑related reasons.
NMC is currently recruiting a Custodian in Environmental Services for a day/evening shift. The position is full‑time (80 hours bi‑weekly) generally 7:00 pm – 3:30 am, including every other weekend. Northwestern Medical Center’s mission is to provide exceptional health care to our community.
Job Summary- Light plumbing
- Changing light bulbs
- Room climate maintenance
- Transportation of bio‑hazardous materials
- Snow/ice removal (scrubbing, stripping, waxing floors)
- Other duties assigned to Environmental Services Technicians
Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience: Ability to read, write and understand English required.
Other
Skills:
Valid driver's license with clean driving record; insurable by NMC's insurance policy.
Reports To: Manager, Environmental Services
Other Contacts: All hospital employees, patients and their families, and the general public.
ScopeMachinery or Equipment Used: Industrial cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaner, mop, broom/dustpan, linen cart, trash barrel on barrel roller, trash compactor, washing machine, case knife, power cleaning equipment, auto‑scrubbers, extractors, burnishers, step ladder, dolly, computer, phone, beeper.
Physical DemandsEnergy requirements for frequent mopping, pushing/pulling, lifting, etc. Occasional: kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching and lifting up to 55 lbs. Frequent: reaching, bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, carrying up to 14 lbs., walking with and without the hospital in all weather, repetitive gripping for approx. 3.5 hrs., constant use of hand.
Working ConditionsPotential spills of cleaning agents, mop buckets, etc., and exposure to blood‑borne pathogens when cleaning. Exposure to extreme temperatures, uneven surfaces, confined spaces, minor vibration, high elevations. Expected to work independently, subject to interruptions, high patient volume, and ability to adjust for absenteeism.
Required Protective Equipment- Mask
- Booties
- Gloves
- Hairnet
- Lab coat
- Face shield
- Gown
- Goggles
- Performs tasks in the correct order to maintain the integrity of the environment
- Reviews work completed to verify the correct steps have been completed
- Performs minor maintenance using safe work practices and follows policies and procedures
- Wears appropriate PPE for all tasks
- Follows directions when mixing chemicals
- Uses appropriate equipment for the task
- Uses proper body mechanics
- Requests Plant & Property assistance when appropriate for weather conditions, unresolved maintenance needs and alarms
- Talks with and listens to patients/team members
- Reports pertinent information
Protects confidentiality of patient/colleagues
- Interacts with others in a professional manner
- Manages conflict
- Delegates and assigns tasks
- Serves as a resource to Environmental Services team members
- Provides education and training as requested by manager
- See unit specific competencies
- Acknowledges limits of experience and capability
- Identifies learning needs and seeks resources
- Utilizes equipment and supplies appropriately
- Seeks out and accepts feedback
- Requests assistance appropriately
Equal Opportunity Employer
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