Custodian

Agupdate; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Remission

Generous Paid Time Off

Employer paid Disability

Uniforms Provided

Job summary

Monmouth University is seeking applications for Custodian positions in the Facilities Management department. The role involves cleaning and maintaining university buildings with a focus on teamwork, integrity, and respect.

Qualified candidates should have strong communication skills and be able to operate cleaning equipment. This position offers a full-time commitment with a pay rate of $20.50 per hour and various employee perks including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and ability to read and write in English.
• Capable of learning various cleaning methods and operating equipment.
• Reliable and can work independently without full-time supervision.

Responsibilities

• Clean buildings by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing surfaces.
• Properly select and mix cleaning chemicals.
• Check and report safety hazards, and take corrective action.

Skills

Good communication skills

Customer service orientation

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Personal protective equipment

Job description

Custodian

Job Category: Facilities/Physical Plant

Requisition Number: CUSTO001232

Posted: October 14, 2025

Contract Type: Full Time

Location: Monmouth University Main Campus, West Long Branch, NJ

Rate: $20.50 USD per hour

Work Schedule: On-site, in-person, non-remote

Monmouth University is seeking applications for open Custodian positions in the Facilities Management department located at our Main Campus. Facilities Management is responsible for maintaining the University's buildings and grounds. Members of the Facilities Management Shops take pride in prompt, courteous, and professional service to the campus community. If you share our values for teamwork, integrity, inclusiveness, and respect, we welcome you to join our team!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean buildings by manually sweeping and mopping surfaces.
• Manually and mechanically scrubbing, stripping, waxing, vacuuming, extracting, shampooing, dusting, polishing, and buffing surfaces.
• Foaming showers and restrooms.
• Properly selecting and mixing cleaning chemicals.
• Chemically sanitizing and disinfecting surfaces and fixtures, etc.
• Use auto scrubbers, buffers, vacuum cleaners, power washers, carpet extractors, and hand tools.
• Perform cleaning function specific to your assigned facilities.
• Empty waste receptacles and transport and sort contents to designated disposal containers and recyclables.
• Maintain equipment and supplies by completing routine upkeep of carpet and upholstery cleaning as assigned using deep extraction machinery.
• Check and report safety hazards; take corrective action wherever appropriate.
• Clean and polish furniture and metal.
• Complete and submit work orders for required building repairs.
• Complete special projects as assigned with excellent attention to detail.
• Move and deliver equipment, furniture, supplies, etc., by both hand and vehicle.
• Provide services for special events, including delivery, set-up, and breakdown of furniture and other materials for University special events – as needed.
• Remove debris and snow from assigned building entrances and exits using hand tools.
• Replace incandescent bulbs, fluorescent tubes, and LED lamps.
• Replenish restroom and shower room commodities.
• Wash windows using hand tools and ladders.
• Interact with students, parents, and other members of the University community in a positive, customer service-oriented style.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, training, or related work experience that provides the knowledge and skills to accomplish the typical job duties listed. Demonstration of good communication skills; read and write in English and understand oral and written instructions, including MSDS directions, chemical product labels, equipment manuals, work orders, and be able to carry out work orders as required. Capable of learning how to operate equipment and learn various cleaning methods. Ability to use all required safety and personal protective equipment (including respiratory protection). Ability to work overtime as required and to respond to emergency calls after working hours. Must have excellent attendance and work record; perform all work in strict accordance with accepted trade practices, code requirements, and all safety and good housekeeping requirements. Must be highly reliable and capable of working independently and without full-time supervision. Demonstration of customer service orientation with emphasis on positive attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of six months of related experience. A high school graduate or equivalent. A valid driver's license in your state of residence and have had no serious violations (Type A) within the past five (5) years and no more than three (3) moving violations (Type B) in the past three (3) years. Monmouth University Vehicle Use Policy. Ability to drive vehicles equipped with a manual transmission.

Work Schedule

Open positions may include one of the following and are subject to change based on University needs:

• Multiple day shifts available

Working at Monmouth University perks

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits
• Tuition Remission for employee upon hire (3 credits per semester)
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• Tuition Remission for spouse or civil-union partner and IRS dependent after one-year of full-time continuous employment
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Employer sponsored Life Insurance
• Uniforms Provided by the University
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA, Telehealth and more

Union

Teamsters - Initiation fee and monthly dues required.

Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled

Contact

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Barbara Santos at [e-mail] or 732-263-5629

Note to Applicants

Please keep in mind that a job posted as Open until filled may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Details

Total Weeks Per Year: 52

Hours Per Week: 40 hours

Expected Salary: $20.50 per hour