Custodial Technician – Create Clean, Safe Spaces

Plymouth State University; Plymouth (NH); On-site; USD 16,255 - 26,587; Part time

Job summary

Plymouth State University seeks a dedicated environmental services worker to uphold a safe, clean and healthy living environment. Under supervision, perform skilled and semi-skilled building service tasks and use power-cleaning equipment effectively.

The role requires ability to handle heavy work in varied weather, operate cleaning machinery, and follow safety guidelines including PPE and bloodborne pathogens training.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• Ability to operate power-cleaning equipment.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and perform heavy work in inclement weather.
• Must wear and use PPE as necessary.
• Ability to read English.
• Ability to interact with varied client needs; good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• One year or more of related cleaning experience.
• Positive customer service attitude.
• Bloodborne pathogens and MSDS training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain floors and other surfaces through vacuuming, mopping and washing.
• Renovate floor surfaces with stripping/finish chemicals, scrubbing and buffing.
• Clean residence hall bathrooms and restrooms to maintain a clean environment.
• Clean windows, partitions and door glass.
• Clean carpeted areas including shampooing.
• Shovel or sweep snow from entrances and walkways.
• Wash light fixtures and clean surroundings.
• Mix cleaning chemicals using approved formulas.
• Operate automatic scrubbers, power sweepers, vacuums and buffers.
• Report maintenance/repair needs.
• Sort and dispose of waste; manage recyclables.
• Order cleaning supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Power-cleaning equipment

Emergency response

Physical dexterity

PPE usage

Read English

Interpersonal communication

Customer service mindset

Bloodborne pathogens training

Education

High school graduation or GED

1+ year cleaning experience

Job description

Plymouth State University seeks a dedicated environmental services worker to uphold a safe, clean and healthy living environment. Under supervision, perform skilled and semi-skilled building service tasks and use power-cleaning equipment effectively.

The role requires ability to handle heavy work in varied weather, operate cleaning machinery, and follow safety guidelines including PPE and bloodborne pathogens training.