Airport Custodial Worker

The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority is seeking an Airport Custodial Worker I in the Terminal/Landside Operations division, starting at $21.75 per hour with night shift differential available. The role requires dedication to maintaining a clean airport for travelers and visitors, and the ability to work any shift due to 24/7 airport operations.

• Performs routine manual work involving building cleaning and general labor tasks. All work is reviewed, and specific instructions are given by a superior. This position involves no supervision.
• Scrubs, mops, waxes, sweeps, and polishes floors.
• Utilizes manual cleaning tools and mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuum cleaners and floor cleaners.
• Dusts and polishes furniture.
• Washes windows, blinds, woodwork, toilets, washrooms, and fixtures.
• Periodically cleans and washes high areas such as ceiling light fixtures and room ventilation apparatus.
• Moves desks, chairs and other furniture and equipment from place to place as directed; prepares building facilities for organizational activities and special events.
• Collects and disposes of paper and rubbish.
• Refills soap, toilet tissue and paper towel containers.
• Loads and unloads delivery trucks, transports supplies to proper areas, and assists in handling bulky or heavy items.
• Washes outside windows, polices outside property to keep it free from trash.
• Clears snow and salts walkways, driveways and parking areas with snow removal equipment.
• Does related work as required.

• Working knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment commonly used in custodial work.
• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of this position, including the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push, pull, move arms and hands, stretch, stand and walk for long periods of time.

* Must successfully complete E-Verify I-9 process. The SRAA will provide E-Verify and the federal government with your I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

** Any offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre‑employment background check and security clearance, and pre‑employment drug test. In accordance with Federal regulations, testing positive for marijuana is a disqualifier.

None. Previous cleaning/custodial experience is preferred.

The Authority offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package, including medical/dental/vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, generous paid time off, New York State deferred compensation (457b), Employee Assistance Program and membership in the New York State Local and Employee Retirement System.

You may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.student

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Interested candidates should apply online and include 3 professional references.

SRAA is committed to equal employment opportunity and leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to serve the traveling public at Syracuse Hancock International Airport. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other basis protected by Federal, State or Local law.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Starting Rate: $21.75 per hour.