Custodian - 1st Shift

Wheaton College in Massachusetts; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheaton College in Massachusetts is seeking a Custodian - 1st Shift to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming facilities across campus. The role includes custodial work, furniture movement, event support and general operations to support students, staff and guests.

The position runs 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Sunday through Thursday, with overtime and shift differential for hours outside the first shift. Prior custodial or customer service experience is preferred; a High School diploma or equivalent

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal supervision to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, resolve problems and function as a member of a team.
• Ability to lift and move heavy furniture and operate bulky and heavy equipment.
• Physically capable of lifting 40 -50 lbs.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedure.

Responsibilities

• Custodial Services: clean all building areas and furnishings with appropriate equipment and safety measures.
• Waste & Recycling: remove rubbish, empty containers and manage recycling.
• Safety & Security: follow safety guidelines and report unsafe conditions.
• Emergency Response: provide department emergency response services and work overtime as needed.
• Furniture movement: move and rearrange furnishings as needed.
• Event Support: assist with campus event setups and breakdowns.
• Service & Support: respond to work orders and complaints professionally.
• Other Duties: perform additional duties as assigned or trained.

Skills

Reading instructions

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Physical strength

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The federal government and the state of Massachusetts have made the decision to end the COVID-19 public health emergency. Effective June 1, 2023, the college will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for members of our community. Rather, we strongly recommend that everyone stay up to date on their vaccinations, including boosters, as recommended by their health care provider.

While we will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations, we strongly encourage members of our campus community to adhere to public health recommendations for vaccination to protect against COVID-19, as well as influenza and other diseases.

Posting Number:

Posting Number: 0601330

Position Title:

Position Title: Custodian - 1st Shift

FLSA:

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Type:

Job Type: Full-Time

Staff Term:

Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates):

Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates): 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Sunday - Thursday

Academic Year Schedule (dates):

Faculty Term:

Position Type:

Position Type: Staff

Department:

Department: Building Services

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Provide custodial services, furniture movement, event support services, and other support operations to our campus community and guests.

• Custodial Services: Perform custodial services in order to maintain a sanitary, safe and inviting environment for students, staff and visitors. This includes cleaning all building areas and furnishings, using appropriate equipment, cleaning chemicals and taking appropriate safety measures.
• Waste & Recycling: Rubbish and recycling removal. Empty rubbish and recycling containers and transport materials for consolidation. Clean bins, re-line containers, and replace signage as needed.
• Safety & Security: Comply with security and safety guidelines. maintain security of assigned areas, observe safety rules and regulations, and report defective or unsafe conditions to the supervisor. Maintain clean workspace, storage locations and supply inventory. Exercise sound judgement when using equipment, two-way radios and chemicals, and must follow and use approved safety standards and precautions as well as proper use of chemicals and cleaning products
• Emergency Response: Provide department emergency response services, i.e. water removal, when necessary or conditions warrant, or when "called in" for emergency situations or inclement weather. Work overtime as necessary or periodically required, and have flexibility in shift hours.
• Furniture movement. Move furniture as needed or requested, within or between college facilities. Re- arrange furnishings as needed to maintain aesthetics and utilization.
• Event Support: Support campus event setups, breakdowns and other logistics for summer programs, special events and other campus events such as Commencement & student move-in/move-out.
• Service & Support: Respond to all work order and service requests and complaints in a professional, courteous and timely manner.
• Other Duties Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal supervision to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, resolve problems and function as a member of a team.
• Ability to lift and move heavy furniture and operate bulky and heavy equipment.
• Physically capable of lifting 40 -50 lbs.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous custodial and customer service experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.

When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The anticipated hiring or recruitment hourly rate for this position is $18/hr. Hours worked outside of first shift hours do qualify for a shift differential.

Physical Demands

• Stamina & Mobility: Continuous standing, walking, bending, stooping, and kneeling for the duration of an 8.5-hour shift to clean large areas like the gym floor, balconies, locker rooms, and staircases.
• Heavy Lifting & Carrying: The ability to lift, push, pull, and carry heavy loads (typically up to 75 lbs). This includes moving heavy trash receptacles, handling bulk pool chemicals or CO2 canisters, and lifting event tables and chairs.
• Repetitive Motions: Frequent repetitive arm and hand movements required for sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, polishing stainless steel, wiping benches, and scrubbing the pool deck.
• Climbing & Reaching: Routinely climbing stairs (such as the rear staircase and bleachers), ascending ladders to change light bulbs, and reaching overhead to dust fixtures or wash high glass.

ADA Statement:

Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Posting Date:

Posting Date: 10/14/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled Yes

Contact(s):

Office of Human Resources

Contact Phone/Extension:

Contact Phone/Extension: 508-286-8206

Contact Email:

Contact Email: [e-mail]

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