Custodian B, HLS

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Harvard University Facilities Maintenance Operations provides building, landscape maintenance, and custodial services to Harvard faculties and departments. The Custodian B performs routine and specialized cleaning at Harvard Law School, maintaining assigned spaces in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition. Duties may cover academic and non-academic areas and can include event-related residential housekeeping, snow removal, and emergency support. This position is fully on-site and is designated as Critical Operations Personnel, requiring on-site support during emergencies as determined by management.

The position is scheduled for 16 hours per week on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with Monday through Friday off. The hourly compensation rate is $28.75. The position requires at least one year of cleaning industry experience, basic English proficiency, and the ability to perform repetitive physical tasks, including routinely lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds for employees hired after January 2026. Employees hired before January 2026 have a 40-pound lifting requirement. Occasional overtime and off-hour emergency response may be required.

Requirements

• At least one year of cleaning industry experience.
• Basic proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English with coworkers and customers.
• Quality-focused and customer-service-oriented approach.
• Ability to observe and comply with standard safety codes and practices and follow recognized industry and university standards.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks involving stooping, bending, reaching, and carrying.
• Ability to tolerate dust, airborne particles, and approved cleaning chemicals.
• For employees hired after January 2026, ability to routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds daily, including five-gallon pails of cleaning liquids weighing up to 50 pounds. For employees hired before January 2026, the lifting requirement is 40 pounds.
• Availability to respond to off-hour emergencies as needed.
• May be required to work occasional overtime in support of business needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized cleaning of assigned academic and non-academic spaces, including offices, dormitories, laboratories, libraries, athletic facilities, classrooms, assembly spaces, restrooms, common areas, and entryways.
• Maintain assigned areas in a clean, orderly, and sanitary manner.
• Sanitize bathroom surfaces, fixtures, and food handling or preparation areas.
• Restock restroom and kitchen consumable supplies daily.
• Sweep and dry, damp, or wet mop hard-surface floors and stairs.
• Dust or wash furniture, walls, and horizontal surfaces.
• Vacuum carpeted surfaces using light- or heavy-duty vacuums.
• Empty and clean trash and recycling receptacles, and move waste to designated pickup points.
• Strip, wax, and burnish floors using power floor machines.
• Operate heavy-duty wet pickup machines to remove liquids from floors.
• Wash interior windows and first-floor exterior windows.
• Perform residential housekeeping during Reunion or Commencement events when assigned.
• Perform snow removal, including shoveling, sweeping, and applying ice melt or sand; operate equipment when required.
• Move furniture or other heavy objects for extended periods when required.
• Use ladders regularly when required.
• Wear a clean, neat uniform, display an ID badge, and wear required safety equipment and clothing.
• Respond to on-site emergencies as designated or assigned, including off-hour emergencies as needed.
• Provide responsive customer support in custodial and related building operations.
• Perform related duties as required and work independently or as part of a team under the guidance of an Area Supervisor and/or Crew Chief.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including parental leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement plans with university contributions.
• Wellbeing and mental health resources.
• Support for families and caregivers.
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition assistance and reimbursement.
• Commuter benefits, discounts, and campus perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed