Janitor

Vassar College•Poughkeepsie, NY

12d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

The Janitor maintains the cleanliness levels in campus facilities providing an environment that is conducive to teaching, learning and living; and supports college programming by performing numerous event set-ups, break downs and moves.

Requirements

One (1) year experience in the maintenance and care of facilities in a similar environment is required.
Ability to move, position, transport and place objects up to and including 75 pounds is required.
Ability to work, ascend and descend on ladders and use a Genie lift is required.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing is required.
Willingness to work overtime as available. Overtime is assigned according to seniority guidelines.

Responsibilities

Performs general cleaning including but not limited to restrooms, bathrooms, public spaces, classrooms, offices and locker/shower rooms. Student rooms are cleaned annually.
Performs floor care tasks including but not limited to vacuuming, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing and carpet shampooing; and performs operator maintenance on equipment. Uses light and heavy commercial type floor machines and attachments.
Performs set-ups and break downs for college events.
Moves heavy furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as requested.
Collects trash and recyclable material.
Shovels snow from steps and walks, including days when the College is closed due to inclement weather.
Changes light bulbs, except specialized conditions.
Inspects fire extinguishers monthly.
Overtime, including responding to after-hour and weekend emergencies, is assigned according to seniority guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.