Lead Custodian

Princeton University•Princeton, NJ

15d•Onsite

About The Position

A member of Facilities Operations, the Lead Custodian is responsible for cleaning across a variety of work sites on the Princeton University campus. The role also oversees small working groups and leads shifts in the absence of a supervisor. Facilities supports Princeton's educational mission by stewarding the campus sustainably and creating an environment where learning and research thrive.

Requirements

Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions in English.
Ability to operate manual and powered janitorial equipment.
Ability to use an iPad to execute work orders.
Ability to work overtime before or after a shift and on weekends.
Valid driver's license for driving University golf carts and scooters.
Moderate physical fitness, including physical agility, full range of motion, and ability to maintain balance.
Ability to stand or walk for 2–4 hours at a time, totaling 6–8 hours per day.
Ability to frequently lift or carry up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds from floor to shoulder height, and occasionally lift or carry up to 30 pounds from floor to overhead.
Ability to push or pull with up to 10 pounds of force constantly and up to 60 pounds of force occasionally.
Ability to use arms and hands for simple grasping, pushing, or pulling frequently.
Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb, and reach or lift overhead occasionally.
Ability to climb stairs or ladders, shovel snow, work at heights, and work outdoors in a variety of environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

Previous custodial experience.
Leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine cleaning, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, restocking, and refilling supplies in campus spaces such as restrooms, stairwells, and elevators.
Clean light fixtures and change light bulbs within the reach of a six-foot ladder.
Empty waste receptacles and transport contents to designated disposal containers.
Remove snow, ice, and debris from building entrances.
Mop, vacuum, strip, refinish, and extract different floor surfaces, including carpet.
Manually transport and arrange furniture for special functions.
Inspect fire extinguishers.
Operate scooters and golf carts to transport personnel, trash, materials, and other items.
Lead shifts or small working groups and report to the supervisor as necessary.
Work overtime as needed and perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.