Lead Custodian

Princeton University•Princeton, NJ

15d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of Facilities Operations, the Lead Custodian is responsible for all phases of cleaning across a variety of Princeton University campus work sites. The position also oversees small working groups and leads shifts when a supervisor is absent. Facilities supports the University’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 power 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.
Previous custodial experience.
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 and 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 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 occasionally.
Ability to frequently use arms and hands for simple grasping, pushing, or pulling.
Ability to occasionally bend, squat, kneel, climb, and reach or lift overhead.
Ability to climb stairs or ladders, shovel snow, work at heights, and work outdoors in varied environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Perform routine cleaning, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, restocking, and refilling in campus spaces such as restrooms, stairwells, and elevators.
Clean light fixtures and change light bulbs within reach of a 6-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 various floor surfaces, including carpet.
Manually transport and arrange furniture for special functions.
Inspect fire extinguishers.
Operate scooters and golf carts to transport personnel, trash, and materials.
Lead shifts or small working groups and report to the supervisor as necessary.
Work overtime as needed and perform other job-related duties as assigned.