Cleaner (SG5)

The State University of New York; Town of New Paltz (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY New Paltz is inviting applications for a Cleaner (SG5) in the Facilities - Operations department. Local title: Cleaner - Monday-Friday 6:30am - 3pm. Two positions available. Posting Date: October 5, 2026. Classification: SG-5 $35,856. Duties include cleaning various state buildings and grounds as part of a team or solo.

Applicants must be able to follow written and oral instructions and have a valid NYS driver’s license. Redeployment lists may be canvassed. Deadline: October 26, 2026.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be physically able to perform tasks and understand written and oral instructions.
• A valid NYS Driver’s license is required.
• Redeployment/Transfer Lists canvassed first.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning tasks to maintain assigned areas in State buildings and surrounding grounds.
• Work independently or as part of a cleaning team in varied settings (office, classroom, hospital, lab, living areas).

Skills

Physical fitness

Instruction following

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

Job Details

SUNY New Paltz Vacancy

External Posting (Classified Service)

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:

Department: Facilities - Operations

Budget Title: Cleaner (SG5)

Local Title: Cleaner - Monday-Friday 6:30am - 3pm-2 positions available

Posting Date: October 5, 2026

Classification: SG-5 $35,856

Duties: Cleaners perform a wide range of cleaning tasks to maintain assigned areas in State buildings, and surrounding grounds and walkways. Incumbents work independently or as part of a cleaning team in a variety of settings, such as administrative office, classroom, hospital, laboratory, living, treatment, and other work areas.

Positions are classified in various State agencies.

Please Refer To The Job Standard For More Details

https://www.cs.ny.gov/tsplan/tsp_getpage.cfm?specCode=3014000F

Qualifications: Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Candidates must meet the posting qualifications required, meet the legitimate operating needs of the department or agency and have the ability to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.

A valid NYS Driver’s license.

NOTE: Employees on Redeployment Lists, Agency Reduction Transfer Lists, Preferred Lists, Reemployment Rosters and Placement Rostors must first be canvassed.

Deadline: October 26, 2026

Other important information about this vacancy: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity or protected veteran status. We especially encourage applications from individuals who can bring diverse cultural and ethnic perspectives and experiences to the campus. The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer. If you need disability-related accommodation, please call Human Resources at 845-257-3293.

Web Site: https://www.newpaltz.edu/hr/jobs.html