Custodian - 2nd Shift

Wheaton College of Massachusetts; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheaton College in Norton, MA is seeking a dedicated Custodian for the 2nd shift to keep campus facilities clean, safe and welcoming for students, staff and guests.

Responsibilities include custodial services, waste removal, safety compliance, furniture movement, and event support for campus activities and summer programs. The anticipated hourly rate is $18, with shift differential for hours outside the first shift.

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: Maintain sanitary, safe, inviting environment by cleaning all areas and furnishings with appropriate equipment and chemicals.
• Waste & Recycling: Empty bins and transport rubbish/recyclables; replace liners and signage as needed.
• Safety & Security: Comply with safety guidelines, report unsafe conditions, manage supplies and equipment safely.
• Emergency Response: Provide department emergency response services and work overtime as necessary.
• Furniture movement: Move and rearrange furniture as needed for campus facilities and events.
• Event Support: Assist with campus event setups, breakdowns and logistics.
• Service & Support: Respond to work orders and service requests professionally and promptly.
• Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned and attend required trainings.

Skills

Reading instructions

Prioritize workload

Independent work

Heavy lifting

Chemicals safety

Education

HS diploma

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: 0601327

Position Title: Custodian - 2nd Shift

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

Staff Term:

Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates): Tuesday - Saturday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Academic Year Schedule (dates):

Faculty Term:

Position Type: Staff

Department: Physical Plant

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-hourshift to clean large areas like the gym floor, balconies, lockerrooms, and staircases.
• 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 handmovements required for sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, polishingstainless steel, wiping benches, and scrubbing the pool deck.
• Climbing & Reaching: Routinely climbing stairs (suchas the rear staircase and bleachers), ascending ladders to changelight bulbs, and reaching overhead to dust fixtures or wash highglass.
• Material Handling: Safely handling industrial cleaningagents, sanitizers, and pool chemicals while wearing requiredpersonal protective equipment ( PPE ).
• Routine Tasks by Frequency
  • Daily (5/week): Check and record pool chemical levels,add chemicals, deploy pool vacuum, and log data. Sweep, mop/vacuum,empty trash, and clean glass/railings in the Main Pool Entrance,Balconies, Spectator Area, Gym Floor, Bleachers, Lower Lobby, GymEntrances, Lower Level Hallway, and Rear Entrance. Clean,disinfect, and restock soap/paper in Men’s, Visitor’s, and Men’sStaff Locker Rooms (including mirrors, benches, lockers, andgraffiti removal). Clean and disinfect all waterfountains/bubblers.
  • Semi-Weekly (2/week): Empty trash, sweep, wash/vacuumfloors, clean glass, and dust furniture in Pool Offices and PoolDeck (scrub/disinfect deck). Clean, organize, sweep, and washfloors in the Laundry Room, Pool Chemical Room, and janitorialareas; maintain equipment.
  • Weekly (1/week): Vacuum carpets, empty trash, and dustfurniture in Sports Information Offices and Office 111.
  • As Needed / Ad Hoc: Change pool CO2 tanks. Polishelevator stainless steel, vacuum elevator carpet, and changeelevator lights. Carry a two-way radio, maintain front stairs forsafety, clean carpets, re-condition floors, change light bulbs, setup/break down event tables and chairs, and complete other directedduties.

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

10/15/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Contact(s)

Office of Human Resources

Contact Phone/Extension

508-286-8206

Contact Email

[e-mail]

Optional & Required Documents

1. List of References
2. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter