Custodian-Campus Services

Gannon University; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan (403b)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid vacation time and holidays

Wellness programs

Tuition benefit

Professional Development

Free gym Access

Job summary

Gannon University in Erie, PA is seeking a dependable Custodian to support daily custodial operations and guest lodging preparation. You will clean, sanitize, restock, and help with laundry for guest rooms, while maintaining campus facilities to high standards.

The role requires 1–2 years of related experience, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative, customer-focused attitude to serve campus users and lodging guests.

Qualifications

• Education: A high school diploma/GED.
• Experience: One-to-two years of related experience.
• Ability to perform custodial duties including cleaning, sanitizing, maintaining, and preparing facilities for daily operations and guest occupancy.
• Ability to operate custodial equipment and safely use cleaning products and supplies.
• Ability to follow procedures, maintain attention to detail, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service and maintain a welcoming environment for campus community members and visitors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, carry 50lbs, push, and move materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning and preparation of guest accommodations between stays.
• Clean and sanitize bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, and entry areas.
• Manage laundry operations including linens, towels, bedding, and inventory control.
• Restock guest supplies and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Conduct inspections to ensure cleanliness and hospitality standards.
• Report damage, safety issues, and supply needs.
• Assist with minor maintenance tasks and coordinate larger issues with staff.
• Maintain a professional and welcoming environment for guests.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and security procedures.
• Perform routine custodial duties in assigned campus buildings.

Skills

Custodial duties

Attention to detail

Customer service

Independent and team work

Lifting 50lbs

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Cleaning chemicals handling

Job description

Custodian-Campus Services & Hospitality Operations

Position Summary:

Campus Services is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Custodian - Campus Services & HospitalityOperations to support the daily cleanliness, maintenance,and operational readiness of campus facilities and auniversity-managed guest lodging property. This position will provide high-quality custodial services acrosscampus while also maintaining the guest lodging property to a highhospitality standard. When the guest lodging property is occupiedor requires preparation between guests, the employee will beresponsible for ensuring the space is clean, safe, fully stocked,and ready for arriving guests. During periods when the property isvacant, the employee will support general custodial operations andfacility needs across campus. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, takes pride intheir work, and understands the importance of creating a positiveexperience for both campus users and lodging guests. Must be able to support and promote the University's Mission.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Guest Lodging / Airbnb Operations

• Perform thorough cleaning and preparation of guestaccommodations between stays.
• Clean and sanitize bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, common areas,and entry areas.
• Manage laundry operations including linens, towels, bedding,and inventory control.
• Restock guest supplies and maintain appropriate inventorylevels.
• Conduct inspections to ensure the property meets establishedcleanliness and hospitality standards.
• Report damage, maintenance concerns, safety issues, and supplyneeds.
• Assist with minor maintenance tasks and coordinate largerissues with appropriate staff.
• Maintain a professional and welcoming environment forguests.
• Ensure compliance with established safety, sanitation, andsecurity procedures.

Campus Custodial Responsibilities

• Perform routine and special custodial duties in assigned campusbuildings.
• Clean offices, classrooms, public spaces, restrooms, and otherassigned areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, sanitize, and remove waste andrecycling.
• Replenish restroom and cleaning supplies.
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, and special cleaningprojects as needed.
• Assist with shoveling snow when needed.
• Maintain custodial equipment and report equipment or facilityconcerns.
• Provide responsive service to campus departments, students,employees, and visitors.

Gannon University Offers;

• Retirement Plan (403b)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid vacation time plus 18 paid holidays
• Wellness programs
• Tuition benefit for yourself and eligible dependents
• Professional Development
• Free gym Access

Gannon University seeks excellence through inclusiveness andinvites women and members of underrepresented groups to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately, and this positionwill remain open until filled. Gannon University is an EqualOpportunity Employer.

Required Qualifications:

Education: A high school diploma/GED.

Experience: One-to-two years of related experience

• Ability to perform custodial duties including cleaning,sanitizing, maintaining, and preparing facilities for dailyoperations and guest occupancy.
• Ability to operate custodial equipment and safely use cleaningproducts and supplies.
• Ability to follow established procedures, maintain attention todetail, and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service andmaintain a professional, welcoming environment for campus communitymembers and visitors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, carry 50lbs, push, and move materials andequipment commonly associated with custodial work.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work a flexible schedulebased on operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior custodial, housekeeping, hospitality, hotel, orfacilities maintenance experience.
• Experience working in a customer-service-oriented environment,including lodging or guest services.
• Experience maintaining high standards of cleanliness andpresentation in guest-facing spaces.
• Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques, sanitation practices,and safe handling of chemicals.
• Experience prioritizing multiple work locations and adjustingto changing operational needs.
• Experience working in a higher education, commercial, residential, or hospitality setting.
• Knowledge of cleaning solutions and practices ispreferred.
• Experience working in a higher education, commercial, residential, or hospitality setting.

Location:

Erie, Pa

Employment Status:

Full Time

Department:

Physical Plant, Custodial

Division:

Finance and Campus Operations

Subdivision:

Campus Services