Custodian

University of Scranton; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition remission

Retirement plan

Disability insurance

Paid time off

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Job summary

The University of Scranton is seeking a Custodian to perform general cleaning, maintenance of assigned facilities, and support for events. The role includes floors, rest rooms, windows, and coordination of access to buildings during events.

Essential duties cover room cleaning, common spaces, offices, and various surfaces. Overtime and shift adjustments may be required; the position is full-time with a schedule of 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and ability to cope with interruptions.
• Daily contact with faculty, staff and students on work issues.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally).
• Ability to work with University staff within the Physical Plant.

Responsibilities

• General cleaning and upkeep of assigned facilities inside and outside.
• Clean dorm rooms, common spaces, offices, classrooms, restrooms and public spaces.
• Floor care including sweeping, mopping, stripping, waxing and buffing of various floors.
• Clean interior spaces and furnishings; vacuum, dust, and maintain rooms and offices.
• Clean and re-lamp light fixtures; maintain HVAC diffusers; window washing.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift 30 lbs

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

University of Scranton

Custodian

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.

About

The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:

Elizabeth M. Garcia

Title IX Coordinator

Office of Institutional Compliance & Title IX

Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315

[e-mail]

[phone]

https://www.scranton.edu/compliance-titleix/

The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.

University Mission

The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.

Department

Facilities

Job Purpose

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Immigration sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

The custodian is responsible for the general maintenance and cleaning of the facility, maintenance of areas around the assigned building and for specific janitorial duties as required. Specific areas of responsibility include all floors and the grounds adjoining the assigned building. Also, providing access to buildings for all scheduled events and securing of the premises after such events.

Custodians are considered essential personnel and are expected to be available in the event of emergencies including clean‑up required as a result of a severe weather incident and snow removal as a result of winter storms. Custodians are essential to the overall success of Commencement (May) and Orientation and Move‑in (August) weekend events and special events that are scheduled in facilities throughout the year and must be available for duty. Overtime work and/or shift adjustments may be expected at times throughout the year to insure that manpower is available to carry out the work required.

Essential Duties

• General cleaning and up-keep of assigned facilities both inside and outside of the building(s)
• General cleaning of dorm rooms, common spaces, offices, classrooms, restrooms, shower rooms, storage areas and public spaces
• Floor care including sweeping mopping, stripping, waxing and buffing of resilient and wood floor surfaces; Sweeping, mopping, and maintenance of other hard floor surfaces
• Cleaning and maintenance of interior spaces and furnishings including: vacuuming and shampooing of carpeted areas; cleaning and dusting of curtains, drapes and blinds; and, cleaning of office and room furnishings, doors, walls, ceilings and kitchens
• Cleaning and re-lamping of light fixtures
• Cleaning of HVAC air diffusers
• Window washing of both interior and exterior surfaces and care of hardware and adjacent surfaces
• Trash removal from assigned rooms, public spaces and offices
• Policing and care of exterior areas around assigned buildings and other areas assigned; Assigned duties include: grass‑cutting, trimming, raking, snow removal and ice control
• Rest room care including: floor and wall cleaning, fixture and trim cleaning and disinfecting and replenishment of rest room supplies
• Set-up and breakdown of tables, chairs and other furnishings for various events that may be scheduled in the assigned areas or buildings, set‑up and moving of dormitory room furnishings including beds, tables, dressers, and chairs; and, office furnishings including desks, chairs, files and credenzas

Additional Skills Required

• Possess good communication skills, with the ability to express ideas
• Ability to cope with numerous interruptions
• Have daily contact with faculty, staff and students about work issues and requests
• Must be able to lift materials weighing up to 30 lbs.; may have to occasionally lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs., with or without assistance
• Ability to work within the overall organization of the Physical Plant and work with all University of Scranton employees
• Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University's Catholic and Jesuit mission

Minimum Job Experience Requirements

• Outside experience in institutional cleaning operations such as hotels, hospitals, schools, colleges/universities is preferred.

Years of Experience: 0

University Classification: Maintenance

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Schedule/Work Hours: Work schedule will be determined based on availability. Position is 40 hours per week.

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time

Annual Schedule: 12

Special Instructions To Applicants

Hourly Rate is $14.00 per hour.

Benefits Include

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
• Tuition remission for yourself and qualified dependents
• Generous University contribution for The University retirement savings plan
• Voluntary retirement saving plan

Other Benefits Include

• Disability and Life Insurance coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary insurance options (including life and critical illness)
• Paid time away from work
• Mission and community service leave

Posting Number: S1063P

Open Date: 08/19/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes