Custodian

Colgate University; New York; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate University is seeking a dedicated Custodian to ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment. This full-time position focuses on maintaining high cleanliness standards, supporting the university’s mission, and providing exceptional customer service while fostering a collaborative workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Prior experience in a professional work setting would be beneficial.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning assigned areas to meet established standards.
• Conduct detail-oriented cleaning tasks including dusting, vacuuming, and disinfection.
• Report maintenance and safety concerns to the Facilities office.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service skills

Ability to engage with others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

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Colgate University

Custodian

Requisition Number: 2025S028Posting

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Division: $ATSDiv

Department: Facilities - Custodial Services

Wage/Salary Range: $19.29 / hour

Department Statement

The Facilities Department at Colgate University is committed to providing a safe, clean, and comfortable environment that upholds the university’s reputation for excellence. Custodians play a vital role in maintaining these high standards, directly supporting the university’s educational and research mission. We value teamwork, attention to detail, and a strong customer service mindset. With opportunities for training and professional growth, we foster a workplace where employees are encouraged to take initiative and develop their skills. If you take pride in your work and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and join our team.

"One team, one mission”

Accountabilities

• Responsible for cleaning in assigned area(s) to meet established standards and maintain safe conditions.
• Conducts detail-oriented cleaning tasks such as dusting surfaces, cleaning walls, and polishing fixtures and furniture.
• Maintains floor care through processes such as vacuuming, shampooing carpets, spot removal, burnishing, and stripping and waxing.
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness in restrooms, shower rooms and locker rooms through detail-oriented cleaning and disinfection practices.
• Removes garbage and recycling from assigned areas and assists with garbage removal around the exterior perimeter of assigned building(s).
• Responsible for following all safety protocols while carrying out assigned duties including properly wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and keeping up-to-date will all required safety training.
• Responsible for reporting maintenance and safety concerns to the Facilities main office.
• Assists with moves, deliveries, setups for special events and coverage for athletics events.
• Maintains all custodial areas (offices, closets, storage areas) in an orderly and clean state.
• Manages inventory of cleaning supplies within assigned areas.
• Works with Custodial Forepersons for day-to-day needs.
• Works well with colleagues within the Facilities department as well as across campus.
• Responsible for maintaining professionalism and a positive attitude when working with colleagues across campus.
• Upholds Department mission and values by continuously providing exceptional customer service to students, staff and campus visitors.
• Maintains flexibility to handle diverse job assignments.
• Other job related duties as assigned.
  
  

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Availability to work beyond the normal schedule as needed and respond to emergencies.
• Strong ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to engage with students, faculty and staff in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use or learn Gmail, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, (or similar applications) and systems for work order and time card management.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Prior experience in a professional work setting.
• Demonstrated reliability and ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous custodial experience in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures.
• Experience using cleaning equipment, chemicals and tools.
  
  

Education

A high school diploma or GED is required.

Other Information

Work Schedule:

Current Available Shifts Are

5:00 am – 1:30 pm (Monday – Friday)

5:00 am – 1:30 pm (Tuesday – Saturday)

Job Open Date: 04/17/2025

Job Close Date: 7/3/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions Summary

To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: https://careers.colgate.edu/postings/6196

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [e-mail].

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