Custodian (2nd Shift)

Desales-University; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

DeSales University in Center Valley, PA, seeks a dedicated custodian to maintain assigned facilities and clean according to university standards. The role emphasizes professionalism while supporting students, staff, and faculty in a team-focused environment.

Qualified applicants will perform safe use of cleaning materials, work under supervision, and meet physical requirements. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred; overtime may be required; valid driver's license and a clean driving

Qualifications

• Safe use of chemical cleaning materials.
• Ability to work independently under supervision.
• Ability to bend, pull and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Maintain a high standard of ethics.
• High School diploma or equivalent; experience preferred.
• Overtime may be required as directed by supervisor.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Sensitivity to issues of ethnicity, disability and diversity.
• Commitment to the mission of a small Catholic liberal arts institution.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an assigned tour of custodial duties according to defined and acceptable standards.

Skills

Chemical safety

Independent worker

Physical strength

Ethics

Overtime availability

Driver's license

Diversity sensitivity

Catholic mission awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

OVERVIEW

DeSales University, in Center Valley, PA, is a private, coeducational, four-year liberal arts Salesian, Catholic university, under the leadership of the Oblates of Saint Francis de Sales. Founded in 1965, the 550-acre suburban campus is located 50 miles north of Philadelphia and about 90 miles southwest of New York City. A total enrollment of nearly 3,500 includes undergraduate day and evening students, and graduate students. DeSales has approximately 135 full-time faculty members and offers more than 40 bachelor's degrees, twelve graduate programs, and over 20 certificate programs in a wide range of disciplines; many of these can be completed fully online.
In 2024, the University transitioned to a new academic structure featuring a four-college/school model, which includes the Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business; a College of Arts, Education, and Humanities with a School of Education and a School of Performing Arts; a College of Sciences; and a College of Healthcare Professions with a designated School of Nursing. For further information, visit www.desales.edu. EOE

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for maintaining an assigned tour of custodial duties according to defined and acceptablestandards by DeSales University. Represent theUniversity with professionalism and competency. Must be able to handle the challenges of various building schedules while serving our clients, students, staff, and faculty. Work efficiently and effectively in a team driven environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Perform safe use of chemical cleaning materials


• Work independently under direction of supervisor


• Able to bend, pull & lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis


• Maintain a high standard of ethics


• High School diploma or equivalent/Experience preferred


• Must be able to work overtime upon supervisor’s request


• Must possess valid driver’s license with a clean driving record


• Sensitive to issues of ethnicity, disability and diversity


• Dedicated to the mission of a small, Catholic, liberal arts institution

DeSales University is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. DeSales University is unable to sponsor any employment visas at this time.