Custodian

Union College • Schenectady, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian maintains the cleanliness of office and common spaces across campus. This is a regular, full-time, in-person, non-exempt position based in Schenectady, New York, working 40 hours per week for 52 weeks per year. Work days vary and will be determined during the hiring process. The shift is 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The role is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship and reports to the Team Lead.

The position includes cleaning and maintaining campus spaces and equipment, helping prepare for special events, and assisting colleagues as needed. The work requires following safety procedures when handling cleaning products and equipment, and may include snow removal and weekend work. In emergencies, the custodian may be required to work to address a personnel shortage.

Requirements

• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds and to stand, bend, and stoop for extended periods.
• Safety-conscious approach to work.
• Ability to read, write, and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of staff and students.
• Ability to work weekends may be required.
• A valid New York State driver's license and clean driving record are required for cleaning jobs that include weekends; this requirement does not apply to part-time cleaning jobs.
• Ability to foster and enhance a thriving, diverse, inclusive, and culturally vibrant community, and promote belonging among students, faculty, staff colleagues, and alumni.

Responsibilities

• Remove office and building trash.
• Wash windows and clean showers, bathrooms, and public areas using wet/dry mops, vacuum cleaners, cleaning cloths, and cleaning solutions.
• Follow safety instructions and procedures concerning protective clothing and equipment, including gloves, goggles, and masks, and the use of cleaning chemicals.
• Clean, strip, and wax tile and floors.
• Shampoo and extract carpeting.
• Maintain vacuums and other equipment through simple adjustments, such as installing vacuum bags and mop heads, and move equipment between locations as needed.
• Remove snow from entryways and walkways.
• Assist with special events, including setting up tables and chairs.
• Assist colleagues when needed.
• During emergency situations, work as required in the event of a personnel shortage.

Benefits

• Generous vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Winter recess break in addition to paid holidays, in accordance with policy.
• Medical insurance options (PPO and HDHP), dental insurance, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts.
• Free access to the on-campus fitness facility and discounts on on-campus wellness programs.
• Pre-tax and post-tax participation in a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Salary continuation program in the event of disability.
• Tuition Exchange.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed