1st Shift Custodian- Sun-Thurs - 6AM-2:30PM

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible compensation and benefits

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks custodial staff to maintain cleanliness and safety at Wheaton College, located in Norton, MA. Responsibilities include custodial services, rubbish removal, security maintenance, and assistance with furniture movement.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, an ability to follow instructions, and physical capability to lift heavy objects. The hourly rate starts at $18, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal supervision.
• Physically capable of lifting 40–50 lbs.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial services to maintain cleanliness.
• Empty rubbish and recycling containers.
• Maintain security of assigned areas.
• Move furniture as required.
• Respond to requests in a professional manner.

Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to organize and prioritize

Problem-solving skills

Ability to lift and move heavy furniture

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wheaton is a leading private, coeducational, liberal arts college of 1800 students located in Norton, MA and within easy commuting distance of Boston and Providence.

Job Summary

Provide custodial service, furniture movement and assist with event services to the College community.

Responsibilities

• Custodial services: Perform custodial services in order to maintain a clean and safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. This includes cleaning all building areas and furnishings, using appropriate equipment, cleaning chemicals and taking appropriate safety measures.
• Rubbish and recycling removal: Empty rubbish and recycling containers and put them in proper place for pick‑up.
• Maintain security and safety guidelines: Maintain security of assigned areas, observe safety rules and regulations, and report defective or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Furniture movement: Move furniture as needed or requested.
• Exercise sound judgment when using equipment and chemicals, and must follow and use approved safety standards and precautions.
• Respond to all requests and complaints in a professional, courteous and timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work overtime as necessary and have flexibility in shift hours.
• Maintain a clean workspace.
• Assist other departments when requested to do so.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal supervision to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, resolve problems and function as a member of a team.
• Ability to lift and move heavy furniture and operate bulky and heavy equipment.
• Physically capable of lifting 40–50 lbs.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous custodial and customer service experience and high‑school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The starting hourly rate for this position is $18/hr. The salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience of the candidate hired. Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.

Physical Demands

None specified.

ADA Statement

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

EEO Statement

Wheaton College is an equal‐opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.