Custodian

Mount Holyoke College; South Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

EAP

Tuition Benefits

Paid Time Off

Kendall Complex Access

Job summary

Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, MA, is seeking a Custodian (Part-time) for the 1st shift. The 20-hour week runs Tuesday through Saturday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., in-person.

The role supports facilities management by keeping classrooms, residence halls, and other buildings clean and well-maintained. Responsibilities include cleaning tasks, floor care, restroom sanitation, and safety reporting. The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds and flexibility for on-call snow shoveling and

Qualifications

• Must adhere to a detailed cleaning program.
• Willing to work some weekends and holidays.
• Flexible for on-call assignments and snow shoveling.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning tasks in campus buildings.
• Sweep, vacuum, and wash floors.
• Empty waste receptacles.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and surfaces.
• Dust and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Report safety concerns and repair needs.
• Assist with snow removal as assigned.
• Fulfill additional duties as needed.

Skills

Detailed cleaning program

Weekend/holiday availability

On-call & snow shoveling

Lift up to 50 pounds

Willing to perform other duties

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Job no: R-0000003588 Position Title: Custodian Faculty or Staff: Staff Full Time or Part Time: Part time In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote: In-Person Minimum Starting Rate of Pay: $20.94 Rate of pay commensurate with experience Start Date: 09/28/2026 Job Description: Job Title: Custodian 1st Shift Department: Facilities Management Reports to: Custodial 1st Shift Supervisor Scheduled Hours 20 Hours per Week (Tues. - Sat. 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.) Employment Cycle 52 Weeks per Year The Custodian position is intended to support the Facilities Management mission of providing well maintained classrooms, residence halls, and other facilities related to an institution of higher education. This position is responsible for the cleanliness of all academic, administration and all other buildings as assigned. This position performs in an institutional/residential setting that requires planning for a “least-disruptive” approach to work, an appreciation of the unique surroundings. The seven hundred plus acres of Mount Holyoke must always reflect the historic and iconic beauty of our Ivy League institution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• General cleaning tasks at campus buildings.
• Sweeping, vacuuming and washing floors.
• Emptying waste receptacles.
• Cleaning and disinfecting restroom toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, showers and high touch surfaces.
• Dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures.
• Communicate building and safety concerns, report need for repair or services.
• Snow removal assignments.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to adhere to a detailed cleaning program.
• Must be willing to work some weekends and holidays.
• Must be flexible for on-call assignments and snow shoveling detail.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• A willingness to perform other duties as assigned.

Licenses & Certifications

• High school or equivalent.

Working Conditions

• Employee handles a range of hazardous materials, including cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• May have contact with chemicals and fumes, wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme weather related to heat or cold.
• Noise level in some work environments can occasionally be loud.

Physical Demands

• Balancing, carrying, pulling/pushing, grasping, repetitive movement, standing, bending, reaching, sitting, twisting and lifting.
• Ability to physically perform manual tasks, climb stairs, lift, climb ladders, and bend.
• Ability to lift (50) pounds unassisted, able to stoop or stand for prolonged periods of time.

Hiring Range: $20.94 - $23.33 / hour

What We Offer

• 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 9% of salary)
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Disability and Leave Benefits
• Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Access to Kendall Sports & Dance Complex

Background Checks

Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.

Mount Holyoke College is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Mount Holyoke College, the leading gender-diverse women’s college, is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are a diverse community of staff, faculty, and students, united in our mission to offer an intellectually adventurous education in the liberal arts through academic programs that are renowned internationally for their cross-disciplinary excellence, experiential approach, and commitment to diversity. Mount Holyoke College is a welcoming and inclusive environment that values and respects individuals of all backgrounds. As an EOE, we encourage members of historically underrepresented groups or nontraditional backgrounds to apply for open positions at our institution. The College has a long-standing tradition of providing women and other historically underrepresented groups with access to an innovative educational experience that prepares students for purposeful leadership by integrating hands‑on opportunities into the curriculum. We firmly believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our ability to prepare students for success in an increasingly globalized world. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants and to building an exemplary workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body and the communities we serve. Our ultimate goal is to produce graduates who are capable of engaging thoughtfully, effectively, and boldly with the world.