Custodian​/housekeeping

Location: Worcester, MA Category: Staff and Administrators Job Type: Full-time - Non Exempt Posted On: Thu Oct 22 2026 Job Description:

Reporting to the Custodial Supervisor (CS), the Custodian performs general custodial work in connection with cleaning and maintaining the buildings and grounds. The Custodian is responsible for providing a safe, clean, and productive environment for all students, faculty, and staff.

• One year professional cleaning or facility maintenance experience.
• Must have the ability to lift 50lbs, bend, stoop, and twist on a daily basis; able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; able to climb stairs and ladders (up to 6ft).
• Participate and meet all standards of required training programs.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Preferred qualifications include a high school/diploma/GED, basic proficiency with web-based computer applications, Massachusetts Driver's License and the ability to make general facility repairs.
• This position is considered essential personnel and will be expected to report to work during emergency closings and may be required to work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays (including overtime) to respond to University events, facility related incidents or urgent needs.
• The Custodian will maintain a positive, professional relationship with all members of the Clark community.

Expected Hiring Range: $15.00 to $18.90 per hour

Pay Transparency Disclosure: The compensation for this position will be determined based on factors that include available budget, internal equity, and the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related credentials. This range represents Clark University's good-faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting consistent with Clark's compensation philosophy and internal alignment.

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Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.

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