Custodial Technician - Part-Time Day Porter

New England College of Optometry•Boston, MA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

New England College of Optometry seeks a professional and diligent part-time housekeeper to clean and maintain campus facilities, equipment, and adjacent grounds. The position performs custodial work according to established schedules, procedures, safety rules, and industry standards. Duties include floor and rug care, restroom and other facility sanitation, furniture cleaning and setup, waste handling, equipment care, and seasonal snow removal. The role responds to campus cleaning emergencies and reports damage, equipment malfunctions, and maintenance needs. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., totaling 28 hours per week. It pays $20 per hour and is eligible for part-time benefits. Uniforms are provided and must be worn; the employee is responsible for keeping them clean and maintained. Eye and hearing protection are required for certain tasks. Physical demands range from light to medium-heavy. Moving cleaning equipment and furniture, including carrying items up stairs where elevators are unavailable, may require lifting and handling 25 to 75 pounds on an occasional to frequent basis. Heavier tasks may require assistance from two or more coworkers.

Requirements

A minimum of 1–3 years of related experience is preferred.
Must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position.
Must be able to read, write, and interpret English-language documents, including safety rules, material safety data sheets (MSDS), and operating, repair, installation, and procedure manuals.
Must be able to interact and communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

Safely perform floor maintenance using light and heavy industrial machines and attachments in accordance with industry standards and applicable safety rules, including OSHA regulations.
Scrub, strip, wax, and polish floors using powered scrubbers and buffers.
Shampoo rugs using appropriate equipment and following operating and safety instructions.
Move office furniture and custodial equipment, including upstairs where elevators are unavailable; use dollies, hand trucks, and rolling carts as needed.
Care for and maintain assigned equipment, including vacuums and floor machines.
Clean and sanitize buildings and adjacent ground areas; empty and clean waste baskets and receptacles and deliver waste to designated collection areas.
Maintain and monitor the immediate building exterior, including seasonal snow removal.
Clean and polish office furniture, including desks, tables, bookcases, and file cabinets; perform detail work such as polishing brass, stainless steel, and drinking fountains.
Dust ledges, corners, baseboards, and furniture without disturbing customers’ personal belongings.
Clean and maintain sanitary conditions in washrooms, restrooms, drinking fountain areas, locker rooms, and similar spaces.
Follow proper cleanup and recycling procedures and observe safety rules while handling or caring for college tools and equipment.
Report building damage, malfunctioning equipment, and maintenance or repair needs in assigned work areas.
Move and set up furniture and equipment for college operations and functions according to building specifications and schedules; perform light furniture moves for cleaning and safety concerns.
Respond to campus cleaning emergencies and emergency call-in situations.
Properly use and care for tools, radios, and equipment.
Participate in training to maintain and update knowledge, skills, and abilities regarding standard operational practices and revised standards.

Benefits

Eligible for part-time benefits.
Three BCBS medical plan options, employer-subsidized at 75% or greater.
Mental health and wellness benefits.
BCBS dental coverage.
Discounted vision services.
13 paid holidays and paid sick, vacation, and personal days.
Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Voluntary life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
Employee discounts and pet insurance.
9% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan after one year of service, with no vesting schedule or match requirement.
Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer.