Custodian

Merrimack College is a selective, private college in a beautiful,residential setting — just minutes from Boston,Massachusetts.

Under the direction of the Custodial Manager and/or his/herdesignee, the custodian will be responsible for custodialoperations, including cleaning and maintenance of various building son the College’s campus. The custodian will work with the custodialstaff to effectively meet the College’s physical needs and supportits overall mission, including working in different buildings asneeded.

• Perform general custodial duties, including sweeping, mopping,dusting, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper products and soap dispensers.
• Collect and dispose of interior and exterior trash and recycling by transporting materials to designated campus dumpstersand compactors.
• Perform specialized cleaning services, including carpet extraction, window cleaning, floor care, and stain removal.
• Respond to facility emergencies, including water leaks,flooding, and other incidents requiring water restoration and cleanup.
• Transport custodial equipment, supplies, and restorationequipment between campus buildings as needed.
• Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on custodial equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Identify and report building maintenance issues observed while performing custodial duties to ensure timely repairs.
• Properly wear and utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, masks, and otherprotective equipment as required by the task being performed.
• Perform minor repairs to the facility like shutting off a valveto stop a leak or repairing a flooring issue that is a triphazard.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, includingcustodial closets and storage areas, while ensuring compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements.
• Assist with snow and ice removal around building entrances,sidewalks, and other designated areas to maintain safe accessduring inclement weather.
• Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability by maintaining regular attendance and fulfilling assigned work responsibilities.
• Assist with campus events by setting up and breaking downfurniture and equipment, monitoring restrooms and trashreceptacles, and ensuring event spaces remain clean, stocked, and presentable throughout the event.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned tosupport departmental and institutional operations.

• High school diploma is required.
• Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of custodial best practices, and operational efficiencies.
• Able to operate custodial equipment.
• Fluent in English language and able to communicate with others.
• Higher Education, or multi-building property management preferred.
• 3 years of experience in custodian/cleaning services is preferred
• A valid driver’s license is required.

• Resume
• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position,citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission and our values.

This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in orderto provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience forour students and the community.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.

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