Custodian - 1st Shift

Wheaton College of Massachusetts; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program

Job summary

Wheaton College in Norton, MA invites applications for a Custodian - 1st Shift in Building Services. This full-time role maintains a clean, safe campus environment, supports events, and handles furniture movement as needed.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $18 and a shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Sunday through Thursday, with overtime and a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Organize and prioritize workload with minimal supervision.
• Work independently and as part of a team; resolve problems.
• Lift and move heavy furniture and operate bulky equipment.
• Physically capable of lifting 40–50 lbs.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Custodial services: Clean all building areas and furnishings using proper equipment and procedures.
• Waste & Recycling: Empty and transport rubbish and recycling, maintain bins and signage.
• Safety & Security: Follow safety guidelines, secure areas, report hazards and follow chemical safety rules.
• Emergency Response: Provide department emergency response support as needed and work overtime when required.
• Furniture movement: Move and rearrange furniture as requested to meet needs.
• Event Support: Assist with event setups and logistics for campus events and programs.
• Service & Support: Respond to work orders and complaints in a timely, professional manner.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned or required; attend required training.

Skills

Read and follow instructions

Time management

Independent work / teamwork

Heavy lifting

Lifting 40-50 lbs

Safety procedures / chemicals

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wheaton is a leading private, coeducational, liberal arts collegeof 1800 students located in Norton, MA and within easy commutingdistance of Boston and Providence.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 0601330

Position Title: Custodian - 1st Shift

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

Staff Term:

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

Academic Year Schedule (dates):

Faculty Term:

Position Type: Staff

Department: Building Services

Job Summary/Basic Function

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

• Custodial Services : Perform custodial services in orderto maintain a sanitary, safe and inviting environment for students,staff and visitors. This includes cleaning all building areas andfurnishings, using appropriate equipment, cleaning chemicals andtaking appropriate safety measures.
• Waste & Recycling : Rubbish and recycling removal.Empty rubbish and recycling containers and transport materials forconsolidation. Clean bins, re-line containers, and replace signageas needed.
• Safety & Security : Comply with security and safetyguidelines. maintain security of assigned areas, observe safetyrules and regulations, and report defective or unsafe conditions tothe supervisor. Maintain clean workspace, storage locations andsupply inventory. Exercise sound judgement when using equipment,two-way radios and chemicals, and must follow and use approvedsafety standards and precautions as well as proper use of chemicalsand cleaning products
• Emergency Response: P rovide department emergencyresponse services, i.e. water removal, when necessary or conditionswarrant, or when “called in” for emergency situations or inclementweather. Work overtime as necessary or periodically required, andhave flexibility in shift hours.
• Furniture movement . Move furniture as needed orrequested, within or between college facilities. Re- arrangefurnishings as needed to maintain aesthetics and utilization.
• Event Support: Support campus event setups, breakdownsand other logistics for summer programs, special events and othercampus events such as Commencement & studentmove-in/move-out.
• Service & Support: Respond to all work order andservice requests and complaints in a professional, courteous andtimely manner.
• Other Duties Performs all other duties andresponsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. Thismay include attendance of and participation in required trainingfor role.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and writteninstructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimalsupervision to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, resolve problems and function asa member of a team.
• Ability to lift and move heavy furniture and operate bulky andheavy 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, WheatonCollege maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation andbenefits program.

When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitmentranges for a position, the College considers a number of factorsincluding the budget for the position, the range of the grade, theexternal market for the position or similar positions, level andscope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevantexperience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must havethe prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The anticipated hiring or recruitment hourly rate for thisposition is $18/hr. Hours worked outside of first shift hours doqualify for a shift differential.

Physical Demands

• Stamina & Mobility: Continuous standing, walking, bending,stooping, and kneeling for the duration of an 8.5-hour shift toclean large areas like the gym floor, balconies, locker rooms, andstaircases.
• Heavy Lifting & Carrying: The ability to lift, push, pull,and carry heavy loads (typically up to 75 lbs). This includesmoving heavy trash receptacles, handling bulk pool chemicals or CO2canisters, and lifting event tables and chairs.
• Repetitive Motions: Frequent repetitive arm and hand movementsrequired for sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, polishing stainlesssteel, wiping benches, and scrubbing the pool deck.
• Climbing & Reaching: Routinely climbing stairs (such as therear staircase and bleachers), ascending ladders to change lightbulbs, and reaching overhead to dust fixtures or wash highglass.

ADA Statement

Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities orbe able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can performthe essential functions of the job, with or without reasonableaccommodation, using some other combination of skills andabilities.

Eeo Statement

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

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

Posting Date: 10/14/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Contact(s):

Office of Human Resources

Contact Phone/Extension: 508-286-8206

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

1. List of References
2. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter