Custodian - 1st shift

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent academic institution in Hanover, NH is seeking a 1st shift Custodian to maintain cleanliness across campus facilities. The role involves daily cleaning responsibilities, event setup, and working in a physically demanding environment. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of experience and must be able to work effectively in a team environment while adhering to safety protocols. This position offers a supportive workplace culture focused on inclusion and respect.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to operate industrial cleaning equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime and handle physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas including floors and restrooms.
• Set up for college events and maintain cleanliness during functions.
• Manage cleaning supplies and notify supervisors when supplies need replenishing.

Skills

Moderate to heavy physical labor

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Effective teamwork

Event setup knowledge

Safe use of cleaning chemicals

Education

1-2 years of experience

Tools

Heavy industrial cleaning equipment

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Custodian - 1st shift

Location: Hanover, NH

Posting date: 10/06/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 0401000

Employment Category: Regular Full Time • Scheduled Months per Year: 12 • Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Schedule: This posting is for 1st shift Custodian positions. First shift schedules include 4am-12.30pm, 5am-1.30pm, 6am-2.30pm, 7am-3.30pm, 8am-4.30pm, with two consecutive days off.

Remote Work Eligibility: Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

Is this a grant funded position? No

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries: Campus Services HR

Department Contact Phone Number: 603-646-3323

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title: Director, Custodial Services, David Paula Nunez

Department Contact's Phone Number:

Equal Opportunity Employer: Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check: Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants: UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY. OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 10/06/2025 THROUGH 10/10/2025. Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, see policy: https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions: This posting is for 1st shift Custodian positions. First shift schedules include 4am-12.30pm, 5am-1.30pm, 6am-2.30pm, 7am-3.30pm, 8am-4.30pm, with two consecutive days off. We intend to hire multiple applicants into this role.

Quick Link: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83219

Key Accountabilities

• On a daily basis or when appropriate: unlocks and locks assigned spaces; cleans, mops, strips, waxes, and buffs all hard surface floors; vacuums and shampoos carpeted offices, hallways and common areas; washes windows in entrance halls; dusts office furniture and window sills.
• On a daily basis: cleans public restrooms and showers; scours, disinfects, and deodorizes toilet bowls and sinks; wipes and cleans counters/vanities; polishes mirrors; replaces and stocks restroom supplies.
• On a daily basis: empties office and common area trash cans; implements FO&M recycling procedures; removes trash inside and around building perimeters to designated areas.

As-needed responsibilities:

• Changes light bulbs and cleans light fixture lenses using ladders when necessary.
• Performs major set up and break down for College events (e.g., assists with arranging tables and chairs as per work orders).
• Sets up and places tables, chairs, lecterns, podiums, dividers, platforms, coat racks, etc., and places covers on tables.
• Sweeps leaves, shovels snow from walkways, and spreads sand; assists with insect and rodent control as needed.
• Maintains cleaning materials inventory and notifies supervisor when materials are needed; may assist in squad leader absence.

Percentage of Time: (Not specified in original; sections retained as separate items above.)

Required Qualifications

• Education and Experience: 1-2 years of experience
• Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Minimum six months to one year experience; ability to work effectively with others; ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor including lifting and carrying light to medium weight objects; ability to work from ladders and step-ladders to clean and maintain light fixtures; ability to operate and maintain heavy industrial cleaning equipment; understanding and safe use of various chemical substances used in cleaning and insect control; familiarity or ability to learn event setup for tables and chairs; willingness to work mandatory overtime when required; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; completion of Hazard Communication and Blood Borne Pathogens training before performing related work.

Notes on Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications not listed.

Culture and Additional Information

Culture and Employee Belonging: We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desirable place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, authentic, heard, and accepted. The culture should be felt by those who receive our services. Actions and interactions should reflect inclusion and respect. Initiatives include CE B training and 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability, Respect).

Other notes: Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality; performs other duties as assigned.