Building Maintenance Workers Spring 2026

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 23,419; Full time

Job summary

A public institution in New Jersey is seeking a temporary full-time worker to assist with department moves and event setups. Responsibilities include loading and unloading furniture, setting up equipment for events, and ensuring the clean-up of heavy trash and e-waste following events. Candidates must have experience in cleaning and maintenance, possess the ability to lift heavy objects, and have good record-keeping skills. This position is set to start on January 1, 2026, with a pay of $17.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in cleaning and maintaining furniture and fixtures.
• Ability to handle heavy cleaning equipment and lift heavy objects.
• Knowledge of methods used for moving work and materials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct department moves, including loading and unloading furniture.
• Set up and break down events across campus.
• Clean heavy trash and e-waste following events.

Skills

Heavy lifting ability

Knowledge of cleaning procedures

Record-keeping ability

Job description

Appointment Type: Temporary (Full-time)
Hours/Week: 40
Expected Term: January 1, 2026 – various; extension contingent on funding and business need
Compensation: $17.00/hour

About TCNJ The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.

Position Overview

The Department of Facilities & Administrative Services is a sizable operational service organization that provides a broad array of services to the campus community through the following offices: Access Control Services, Automotive Services, Building Services, Energy & Central Utilities, Facilities Operations, Grounds & Landscape Maintenance Services, Mailing & Receiving Services, Occupational Safety and Environmental Services and Risk Management Services. Under the direction of the Supervisor, Building Maintenance Workers Movers perform varied, routine, and moderately physically strenuous tasks involved in campus-wide department moves and special events setups. Performs duties associated with loading and unloading furniture, boxes, and other items, assembling and disassembling furniture. Routinely interacts with campus constituents within the campus community.

Responsibilities

• Conducts department moves across various departments within the campus, including but not limited to loading and unloading the furniture and related materials on and off trucks, ensuring appropriate padding and protection are used to prevent damage; Relocate/moving desks, chairs, tables, bookcases, artwork, refrigerators, and other related office equipment and furniture; Arrange and set up the furniture and associated items for classrooms, offices, student rooms, and conference rooms as instructed; Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; May assist in various maintenance activities as required; Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Assembles and disassembles furniture as needed.
• Conducts event setups across various departments/divisions within the campus, including but not limited to the setup of chairs, tables, equipment, boxes, furniture, table tops, etc.; Conducts event breakdowns across various departments/divisions within the campus, including but limited to breakdown of chairs, tables, equipment, boxes, furniture, table tops, etc. Ability to lift more than sixty pounds; Removal of trash and e-waste.
• Responsible for successfully cleaning all heavy trash and e-waste following events on campus in a timely and effective manner.
• Other duties as assigned. Assist in the residential hall cleaning during the summer less busy period. Assist in snow removal as part of the Building Service snow team.

Qualifications

Required

• One (1) year of experience in cleaning and maintaining furniture, fixtures, offices, buildings, or related. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
• Ability to handle and control heavy cleaning equipment and to lift and move moderately heavy objects.
• Knowledge of problems, procedures, and methods used to analyze and determine the move work and materials needed.
• Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions and to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and demonstrations.
• Ability to keep necessary records.

Preferred

• Knowledge of procedures and methods adequate in large-scale cleaning and maintenance work. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9). Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact [e-mail].

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume, as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.

Primary Location: Wolfe - Building Services

Work Locations: Wolfe - Building Services (Wolfe - Building Services) 2000 Pennington Rd Ewing Township, 08628

Job: Temporary

Organization: The College of New Jersey

Job Posting: Mar 20, 2026, 2:01:17 PM