Custodian

Springfield; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield College is seeking a Custodian to maintain the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety of campus facilities. You will sweep, mop, wax floors, clean restrooms, dust surfaces, empty bins, and assist with snow removal as part of the team.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience. You must read and follow instructions in English, lift heavy objects, work in varied weather, and collaborate effectively with others.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy objects and work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, dust, and wax floors to maintain clean facilities.
• Clean, sanitize, and restock restrooms and classrooms.
• Remove rubbish and recycling and assist with campus snow removal.
• Move supplies and furniture as needed and ensure safe, neat spaces.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Initiative

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Custodial staff are responsible ensuring all assigned areas of the College are cleaned, sanitized and maintained at the highest standard. Springfield College invites applications for the position of a Custodian.

Actual salaries will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to degrees attained, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Comprehensive compensation details, including any additional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.

• Current work schedule is primarily 6:00 am - 2:30 pm with flexibility.
• Duties include maintain buildings and other assigned areas of the College facilities in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition. Sweep, scrub, mop, clean, wax and apply finish to floors of rooms, hallways, stairs, and fire escapes; vacuum carpeted areas. Clean and dust walls, lockers, furniture, and fixtures; clean chalkboards and whiteboards.
• Clean, wash, and scrub toilets and other plumbing fixtures; wash windows. Sweep walks and asphalt areas; dispose of rubbish.
• Maintain instructional and custodial stock rooms.
• Move supplies, furniture, and equipment.
• Perform cleaning and disinfecting duties to keep the buildings neat and clean at all times.
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms, clean glass, dust, remove graffiti and clean other surfaces to prepare building for occupancy and to maintain them at an acceptable level.
• Restock cleaning and paper supplies as needed.
• Empty waste baskets, collects and disposes of rubbish and recycling.
• Move furniture and arrange chairs, tables and other equipment as necessary.
• Demonstrate proper judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean, and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, have initiative, be a self-starter, and strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work as a team member effectively with other personnel.
• Willingness to perform other work as required by the department and Facilities Maintenance.
• This position is also part of the severe weather response team. Custodial staff are required to participate in snow removal throughout campus, including but not limited to plowing, shoveling, clearing snow ice from walks, stairs, pathways, and roads, and being available for emergencies and scheduled "off hour" work as needed.

• High School Diploma or GED Required.
• A minimum of one-year experience and/or any combination of training, experience, and/or education sufficient to perform the necessary duties. Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English.
• Must be able to work in extreme weather-related temperatures and conditions as needed.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job including but not limited to walking around campus, climbing stairs, climbing short ladders, lifting/carrying heavy objects and working in confined spaces.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to twenty (20) pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds, and occasionally lift over fifty (50+) pounds. Must be able to work off a lift, scaffolding, and/or ladder (over 30ft above the floor in some cases).
• Ability to consistently stand/walk for up to 8hrs per day, frequent repeated bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling. Conditions will vary from indoor, outdoor, and field environments in all weather conditions.