Set Up Custodian
Listed on 2026-09-18
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Cleaning Services, Janitor, Building Maintenance, Facility Maintenance
Job Details Level: Entry
Job Location:
Sweet Briar College - Sweet Briar, VA 24595
Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: High School Diploma or completed GEDTravel Percentage:
None
Job Shift: Day Job Category:
Facilities
Job Title:
Set Up Custodian
Classification:
Non-exempt
Reports To:
Housekeeping Supervisor
The purpose of this position is to assist in the set up for campus events and physical movement of campus resources. The Set-Up Custodian position will interact with students, employees and guests and will need to have a keen customer service acumen. This position is integral to the success of the college.
Position Type/Expected Work HoursFull time, Monday-Friday 7 am
-3:30 pm, some evening/weekend availability/Overtime will be required.
None
Essential Responsibilities- Set up of tables, chairs etc. for various campus events and communicate well with stakeholders
- Break down any equipment, furniture, etc. after campus events as needed
- Monitor inventory of tables, chairs, canopies etc.
- Perform stripping and waxing of VCT floors
- Daily recycling collection from campus proper and apartments/homes
- Cleaning of various floors with mechanical equipment
- Adjust, clean and maintain specialty equipment including floor scrubbers, carpet cleaning machine, etc.
- Cleaning of campus vehicle fleet
- Mopping VCT tile floors, hardwood floors, tile floors, marble floors, and stairwells
- Distribution of supplies to academic, residential and administrative buildings
- Empty and clean trash and recycling receptacles
- Wash interior and exterior windows, glass doors, and mirrors
- Must handle various cleaning solvents and chemicals in the correct way set forth by supervisor, OSHA regulations, EPA, State Health Department, etc.
- Work effectively as part of housekeeping team
- Move heavy furniture, supplies, and different equipment when needed
- Able to climb and use 6' and 8' ladders
- Complete work orders assigned by supervisor in a timely manner
- Willingness to learn mechanical operation of housekeeping equipment, become van certified and offer support/assistance to other team members
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience in use of mechanical cleaning equipment
- Requires general knowledge of cleaning terms and safety procedures related to hazardous chemicals
- Ability to interpret set up diagrams
- Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions
- Must be well organized and able to prioritize work
- Ability to drive a pick-up truck with lift gate
- Clean MVR
- Experience in hospitality or comparable customer service position
Work Environment:
Work is both indoors and outdoors. Must be prepared to work in both environments year round
Extended periods of standing/walking are required, ability to lift 50+ lbs., moving 96-gallon recycling carts stooping/kneeling/climbing step ladders are required.
TravelNone
Other DutiesThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
SalaryThe hourly range for this position is $ per hour. This is commensurate with education and experience and will be determined in accordance with institutional guidelines.
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