Custodian - North Haven

North Haven • North Haven, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Quinnipiac University is hiring a full-time Custodian in its Facilities Department on the North Haven campus. The role maintains campus cleanliness and upkeep and helps provide a safe, welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The starting hourly rate is $21.33, with a $1.00-per-hour shift differential for hours worked on Saturday or Sunday, or on weekday shifts beginning at or after 3:00 p.m.

The position requires successful completion of a physical demands exam, drug screening, and background check. The physical demands exam includes lifting up to 25 pounds, pushing and pulling, and climbing. Applicants must have valid authorization to work in the United States; the university does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position. Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume.

Eligible full-time faculty and staff may receive a benefits package that may include health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, education benefits, and retirement benefits.

Requirements

• Previous experience in maintenance and custodial duties is required.
• A valid Connecticut driver’s license is required.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Physical ability to perform custodial tasks, including lifting and moving up to 25 pounds.
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.
• Valid authorization to work in the United States; employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.
• Successful completion of a physical demands exam, drug screening, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, dust, clean windows, wash walls, clean lavatories, polish metal and wood, wash, strip, and wax floors, and empty trash receptacles.
• Assist with event setups as required, including moving furniture.
• Shovel snow and sand in the immediate area around doorways and perform grounds work near buildings.
• Operate company vehicles safely.
• Replace light bulbs.
• Perform spot painting tasks, excluding patching.
• Change ceiling tiles, including cutting tiles, with consent.
• Unclog toilets, sinks, and showers using a plunger.
• Perform platform cleaning with consent.
• Use an 8-foot ladder for certain cleaning tasks.
• Lock and unlock premises.
• Help ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related work as required.

Benefits

• Eligible full-time faculty and staff may receive health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, education benefits, and retirement benefits.
• A $1.00-per-hour shift differential is paid for hours worked on Saturday or Sunday, or on weekday shifts beginning at or after 3:00 p.m.

What This Job Offers

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