Custodial Technician

Vance Airscoop; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental

Paid Time Off

Flexible Health Spending Accounts

Basic/Optional Life Insurance

Post-Retirement Health Insurance

Employer retirement contribution

Job summary

The Research Foundation for SUNY in Albany, NY is seeking a cleaning professional to perform routine and deep cleaning tasks across facilities. The role requires attention to sanitation, organization, and ability to work with limited supervision.

You will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in restrooms, common areas, and offices, while ensuring a safe and respectful work environment. Background checks may be required, and the employer supports diverse and inclusive hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in commercial cleaning.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency with general cleaning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming all floor surfaces.
• Cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, windows, mirrors, and high-touch areas.
• Emptying trash and ensuring proper waste disposal.
• Organizing and maintaining clutter-free storage areas.
• Restocking toiletries, PPE, and janitorial supplies.
• Performing routine and deep cleaning (e.g., carpets, vents, baseboards).
• Safely using cleaning products; maintaining sanitation, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Efficiently managing tasks and adapting to schedule changes.

Skills

Cleaning

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

About NY Creates:

NY Createsserves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Createsalso runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of more than $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.

Job Description:

• Dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming all floor surfaces
• Cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, windows, mirrors, and high-touch areas
• Emptying trash and ensuring proper waste disposal
• Organizing and maintaining clutter-free storage areas
• Restocking toiletries, PPE, and janitorial supplies
• Performing routine and deep cleaning (e.g., carpets, vents, baseboards)
• Safely using cleaning products; maintaining sanitation, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Efficiently managing tasks, adapting to schedule changes, and performing physically demanding work
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in commercial cleaning
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated technical competence in general cleaning
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in using various cleaning equipment
• Basic computer skills required to complete payroll and check emails

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

Don't meet every requirement? At NY Creates we are dedicated to building a welcoming workplace. If you are excited about working for NY Creates but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit or a fit for another role at NY Creates.

Additional Information:

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Health Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic/Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service
• Optional employee contributed retirement account

Pay Rate: $17.00/hr

*Posted rates are dependent on education and experience

Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.

For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.

Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.