Custodian

Bucknell University; College Park (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bucknell University is seeking a full-time Custodian to maintain a clean and safe campus environment. The role includes custodial duties, general maintenance, and collaboration for event setups. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and the ability to work independently. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options

Medical and dental insurance

10% employer contribution to retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Tuition remission for employees and family

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently.
• Prior housekeeping or custodial work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties to maintain all interior and exterior building surfaces.
• Assist with general campus maintenance and labor.
• Collaborate with campus partners for event setups.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Use good judgement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Floor machine

Shampooers

Job description

time type Full time

posted on Posted 3 Days Ago

job requisition id R0000001368

Position Title:

Custodian

Position Title:

Custodian

Position Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Categories:

Staff Non-exempt

Job Summary:

Bucknell University has an immediate opening for a full-time Custodian.

Job Duties:

Reporting Relationship

• Reports to: Custodial Supervisor

Location

• On-campus

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 2:30pm - 11:00pm

• Successful candidate will be expected to work some weekends and special events, as necessary.

• This position is classified as essential services, and may be required to work when the campus is closed.

What You'll Do

Cleaning/Safety |75%| Performs custodial duties to maintain all interior and exterior building surfaces, including custodial equipment. Ensures students, staff, faculty and visitors experience a safe, clean and welcoming campus. Performs visual monthly inspections (e.g. checks fire extinguishers, fire alarms, eye wash stations, and emergency lights). Adheres to OSHA standards, employs safe practices, and follows safety policies/procedures including immediately reporting accidents injuries, security violations, and safety hazards and conditions to an available supervisor.Uses cleaning materials and supplies in accordance with Safety Data Sheets (SDS), the Hazard Communication Program and manufacturers' instructions. Uses PPE in a safe manner, sets examples for others, notifies supervisor of potential hazards, and demonstrates good housekeeping habits.

GeneralLabor |15%| Assists with general campus maintenance and labor to include: weeding, mulching, collection trash inside and outside, snow shoveling, pressure washing and other miscellaneous tasks.

Moving/Event Set-up |10%| Collaborates with campus partners by responding to requests for special setups for classes, meetings, deliveries and events. Performs furniture moves by adhering to proper safety policies for lifting and moving.

Other duties as assigned:Participates in all aspects of program and department planning and in the establishment of department goals and objectives.

What You'll Bring

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

• Ability to work independently

• Use good judgement and make decisions regarding routine custodial and housekeeping services

Preferred, but not required

• Prior housekeeping or custodial work

• Experience running a floor machine or shampooers

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, push, pull, and reach above and below shoulders

• Frequently lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds unassisted

• Occasionally lift items up to 50 lbs that may require help or adjusting loads

• Assist others in moving objects greater than 25 pounds as needed

• Climb and work on stools, ladders, stairs and elevated platforms with training and safety equipment

• Must use proper safety equipment for hearing, head, eye, feet (in some cases full-or part time safety shoes), hand and body is required

• Daily exposure to dust, dirt, cleaning detergents and chemicals, odors, body fluids and waste, weather and temperature changes

Job Exempt:

No

Salary Range:

16.00-16.00

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application.

Advertised:

2025-03-13

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role;
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, clickhere ! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individualsto apply and donot discriminate inadmissions, employment, educational programs and/or activitieson the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

E-Verify Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources [phone] or [e-mail] . E-Verify Posters (sharing the link to the posters, which are also attached)

Founded in 1846 and located along the banks of the Susquehanna River in historic Lewisburg, Pa., Bucknell University is an undergraduate-focused institution that stands uniquely at the intersection of top-ranked liberal arts, engineering and management programs. Our students choose from more than 60 majors and 70 minors in the arts, engineering, humanities, management, and natural and social sciences, as well as extensive global study, service-learning and research opportunities. Bucknell’s 3,700 undergraduate and 30 graduate students enjoy a low 9:1 student-faculty ratio and exceptional opportunities to collaborate with faculty mentors on scholarly and artistic projects.

Bucknell’s beautiful 450-acre campus includes first-rate facilities and is home to more than 90 percent of its undergraduate students. Student life is vibrant with about 200 student-run organizations, 27 NCAA Division I athletics teams, a robust arts culture, and a commitment among many of the students to community and global service work.

Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran status or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

The Community

Lewisburg (pop. 5,700) is located in central Pennsylvania and features beautiful Victorian homes, the restored art deco Campus Theatre (owned by the University), a variety of restaurants, shops and boutiques, and the Barnes & Noble at Bucknell University Bookstore. It is the seat of Union County, which has about 44,000 residents.

The city of Williamsport is about a 30-minute drive from campus, and Penn State University’s main campus is about an hour away, as is Harrisburg, Pennsylvania’s state capital. Bucknell is within a three-hour drive of New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

The cost of living is low compared to that of major U.S. cities and suburbs. Bucknell’s surroundings yield fresh produce, cultural activities and events, and outstanding opportunities for outdoor activity on the Susquehanna River and in the nearby state parks and forests. The Lewisburg Area School District receives excellent reviews for its schools at all grade levels. Lewisburg Area High School consistently ranks among the top 50 high schools in Pennsylvania for SAT scores and statewide exams.