Custodian

Jefferson College; United States; On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Jefferson College is seeking a part-time janitorial assistant to perform interior cleaning tasks in various campus areas and maintain cleanliness across facilities.

Responsibilities include vacuuming, mopping, dusting, restocking supplies, and assisting with event setup. The role requires 18+ years old, ability to lift 50 pounds, and flexibility for the 6:00 PM–11:00 PM shift.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to read and follow written directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform general interior cleaning tasks (vacuuming, mopping, waxing, scrubbing, dusting).
• Clean bathrooms, classrooms, hallways, offices and common areas.
• Maintain supply levels and sanitize infection control stations.
• Restock restrooms with tissue, towels, and soap.
• Transport garbage/recycling to proper disposal areas.
• Set up/tear down for events when required.
• Document inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Perform inclement weather duties to ensure campus safety.
• Additional related duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual cleaning

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Tools

Mops

Brooms

Vacuum cleaners

Cleaning kits

Latex gloves

Safety equipment

Job description

• Perform general interior cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, waxing, scrubbing, and dusting floors and windows. (A1)


• Clean bathrooms, classrooms, hallways, offices, lobbies, entry ways, elevators and other facility areas.(A1)


• Keep infection control stations clean and maintained with adequate supplies and sanitizer. (A1)


• Keep restrooms stocked with appropriate supply of tissue, paper towels and soap. (A1)


• Dispose of all facility garbage and recycling by transporting materials to proper disposal areas. (A1)


• Maintain assigned building exterior main entrance by sweeping or using a leaf blower. (A1)


• Move, arrange, set-up, and tear down furniture and other event materials when required. (A1)


• Stock and organize supplies and equipment to maintain inventory cleanliness and standards. (A1)


• Perform required inclement weather duties as directed during regular or unscheduled shift days/hours to assure safety of campus navigation for all pedestrians and motorists including but not limited to, plowing snow, sleet, ice and chemical application to parking lots and sidewalks, entrances, etc. (A1)


• Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Qualifications

Must be a minimum of 18 years old with a valid driver’s license preferred. Knowledge of electrical floor care machines is required. Must be able to use manual cleaning tools such as mops, brooms, vacuum cleaners, specialized cleaning kits, latex gloves, and safety equipment as needed to perform duties. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, kneel, clearly write, and read directions.

Classification

Classification Temporary

Salary or Wage

Salary or Wage $15.00 per hour

Status

Status Part-time

If Part-time, hours per week

If Part-time, hours per week 19.5

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

If Non-exempt, work days Monday - Friday - Flexible

If Non-exempt, work hours

If Non-exempt, work hours 6:00 PM - 11:00 pm - Flexible

Posting Number

Posting Number T00056

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 07/27/2026

Position End Date

Open Date

Open Date 07/16/2025

Close Date

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Jefferson College that no person shall, on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status, be subject to discrimination in employment or in admission to any educational program or activity of the College. In compliance with Federal Rules and Regulations, Jefferson College has adopted a procedure for resolving complaints of discrimination. The procedure is available to any Jefferson College student, employee, or applicant who feels that he or she has been discriminated against in employment, student programs, or student activities.

Multistate Employer

Employees of Jefferson College must reside in Missouri or Illinois.

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