Campus Custodian Lead — Cleaning & Training

wilkesuniversitycareers; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for employee and/or/

Job summary

Wilkes University invites applicants for a Lead Refresh Custodial Worker (Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30 pm) in the Campus Support Services department to begin immediately.

The successful candidate will lead, train, and direct assigned staff, perform daily cleaning across residence halls, offices, and common areas, and assist with events and basic maintenance while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Good PC skills with Word, Excel and web-based applications.
• Strong attention to detail, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and lift up to 40 lbs.
• High school diploma or GED and PA driver's license are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and direct assigned custodial staff and daily cleaning duties.
• Perform daily refresh/detail cleaning of restrooms, common areas, conference and meeting rooms, hallways and offices.
• Operate light floor machines and attachments (vacuum, buffers, carpet extractors).
• Perform basic maintenance tasks (change light bulbs, plunge toilets).
• Assist with event setups and seasonal grounds maintenance; remove and transport garbage and recyclables.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

PC skills

Independent worker

Lift 40 lbs

Word

Excel

Web-based apps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PA Driver's License

Job description

Wilkes University invites applicants for a Lead Refresh Custodial Worker (Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30 pm) in the Campus Support Services department to begin immediately.

The successful candidate will lead, train, and direct assigned staff, perform daily cleaning across residence halls, offices, and common areas, and assist with events and basic maintenance while upholding safety standards.