Cleaner II

FORDHAM University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Fordham University in New York seeks a dedicated porter for its campus cleaning team. Working Monday–Friday, 6:00 am–2:30 pm, you will provide cleaning, mail delivery, and light moving tasks across academic and residential buildings.

The role requires six months of cleaning experience and a high school diploma; you must read English and follow written instructions, and be familiar with cleaning equipment such as power washers and portable vacuums.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read English and follow written instructions.
• Knowledge of general cleaning techniques and preventative maintenance; use of cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provides cleaning and portering services in academic and residential University buildings.
• Removes recyclables and trash per University procedures.
• Delivers mail within the buildings.
• Rearranges furniture and performs small move jobs when requested.
• Keeps building entrances and perimeters free of debris.

Skills

Reading English

Cleaning techniques

Power washers & vacuums

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power washers

Standup vacuums

Backpack vacuums

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

FOR FORDHAM UNIVERSITY LOCAL 810 INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: You must upload the required Referral Form for the corresponding position.

Position Information

About Fordham

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position provides the cleaning and portering services throughout the University complex.

This position requires work hours Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Essential Functions

• Provides cleaning and portering services in both academic & residential University buildings.
• Removes recyclables and trash in accordance with University procedures.
• Delivers mail in the buildings.
• Rearranges furniture and performs small move jobs when requested.
• Keeps building entrances and perimeters free of leaves, garbage, etc., as the need arises.
• Must sign in and out for all keys.
• Other duties as required.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of six months of prior cleaning experience.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

• Must be able to read English and follow written instructions.
• Must have knowledge of general cleaning techniques and preventative maintenance, including standard use of power washers, standup vacuums & backpack vacuums.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service

Minimum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service $2,364.00

Maximum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service

Maximum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service $2,364.00

Minimum Biweekly Salary for New Employees

Minimum Biweekly Salary for New Employees $1,891.20

Maximum Biweekly Salary for New Employees

Maximum Biweekly Salary for New Employees $1,891.20

Union Affiliation

Local 810

Posting Number

M138P

Number of Vacancies

1

Start Date

Posting Date

10/07/2026

Special Instructions

FOR FORDHAM UNIVERSITY LOCAL 810 INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY : You must upload the required Referral Form for the corresponding position.

EEO Statement

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Start Date

ASAP

Physical Activity and Work Environment

• Sitting Often
• Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing)
• Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Nearly Continuously
• Hearing, Listening, Talking Nearly Continuously
• Standing
• Standing Nearly Continuously
• Walking
• Walking Nearly Continuously
• Running
• Running Seldom
• Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling
• Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Often
• Climbing stairs Oft en
• Climbing ladders
• Climbing ladders Often
• Reaching overhead
• Reaching overhead Often
• Pulling, pushing
• Pulling, pushing Often
• Shoveling
• Shoveling Often
• Lifting – up to 20 pounds
• Lifting – up to 20 pounds Often
• Lifting – up to 50 pounds
• Lifting – up to 50 pounds Often
• Lifting – over 50 pounds
• Lifting – over 50 pounds Often

Work Environment Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes., Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions., Extreme Cold: Temperatures typically below 32 degrees Fahrenheit for more than an hour., Extreme Heat: Temperatures typically above 100 degrees Fahrenheit for more than an hour., Hazards: This includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals. Add details here:

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents Resume
• Optional Documents Referral Form

Supplemental questions you will be required to answer on the application (No action is needed on this page)

• * Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have at least Six (6) months prior cleaning experience or related experience?
  • Yes
  • No