Custodian

Northern New Mexico College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern New Mexico College in Espanola, NM is seeking a full-time Custodian to perform custodial maintenance under supervision. Responsibilities include dusting, mopping, finishing floors, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, restocking supplies, and responding to cleaning requests with courtesy toward faculty, staff, and students.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, customer-service orientation, and experience with cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Customer-service oriented with good communication.
• Experience in general cleaning and maintenance.
• Familiarity with cleaning equipment and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties in classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and public areas.
• Dust, mop, buff floors, vacuum carpets, and shampoo as needed.
• Wash windows, restrooms, restock supplies, and report safety hazards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy campus environment.

Skills

Customer-service oriented

Time management

Communication skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor buffers

Cleaning solutions

Job description

## CustodianApply: Northern New Mexico College, Espanola, NM: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR112099**Compensation:**$16.55/hour**Compensation Type:**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****APPLICATION PROCEDURE:** * Required application materials should be uploaded to the “Resume Drop Box” of your application.* References will be contacted in conjunction with interviews**EEO STATEMENT:** NNMC is an equal opportunity employer.