Custodian

CHESS; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NNMC seeks a dependable Custodian to perform cleaning and maintenance tasks across campus, including dusting, mopping, waxing floors, vacuuming, and restroom restocking, while maintaining a courteous attitude with students and staff.

Under supervision, duties include responding to cleaning requests, adhering to schedules, reporting safety hazards, and supporting snow removal or minor upkeep as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Customer-service oriented.
• Experience in general cleaning and maintenance.
• Experience operating cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Promote a clean, safe, comfortable, and healthy work environment.
• Demonstrate dedication to job performance and complete tasks as assigned.
• Adhere to work schedule and maintain communication with stakeholders.
• Address cleaning requests and uphold high cleanliness standards.
• Report safety hazards and assist with minor maintenance as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Cleaning experience

Cleaning equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor buffers

Cleaning solutions

Job description

Compensation:

$16.55/hour

CompensationType:

Non-Exempt

Employment Type:

Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Grade:

Department:

Grounds & Custodian

Position Summary

Under supervision and direction, performs custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming floors and shampooing carpets, and cleaning and restocking bathrooms while maintaining a courteous and respectful attitude when interacting with faculty, staff, and students. Employee reports to the designated supervisor.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Promote a clean, safe, comfortable, and healthy work environment

• Demonstrate dedication to job performance and complete tasks as assigned

• Accept direction and guidance from supervisory personnel

• Adhere to work schedule

• Maintain clear and concise communication with internal and external stakeholders

• Promptly address any cleaning requests from building occupants, like spills, trash issues, or specific cleaning needs.

• Consistently uphold high cleanliness standards

• Report any potential safety hazards to the appropriate supervisor

• Be flexible to adjust cleaning routines based on changing needs or unexpected situations

• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and other work areas to meet health standards

• Clean rugs and carpets and sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors

• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork

• Clean restrooms and replenish restroom supplies

• Empty wastebasket and transport trash and waste to disposal areas

• Change light bulbs when directed

• Check and secure all windows and doors when directed

• Disinfect equipment and supplies

• Ensure operation of equipment, tools, and materials are handled in a safe and efficient manner

• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

• Visually inspect equipment for needed repair

• Immediately report damage to campus property and maintenance problems to the appropriate supervisor

• May assist with snow removal and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities

• Contributes to the overall success of the campus by performing all other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED

• Customer-service oriented

• Experience in general cleaning and maintenance

• Experience in using cleaning equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Ability to manage time and schedules
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Ability to complete routine paperwork
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety rules and procedures
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• Must be able to remain on feet for approximately 90% of workday
• Climbing multiple staircases, bending and stooping
• Frequent moving and lifting up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally move and lift more than 50 pounds

Best consideration date: October 9, 2026

EEO STATEMENT:

NNMC is an equal opportunity employer.