Custodian - Norwich University

Norwich University; Northfield Center (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Tuition scholarships for employees and

Paid time off

Pool and fitness center access

Job summary

Norwich University in Vermont seeks a dedicated Custodian to perform custodial tasks across university buildings, primarily cleaning academic and athletic spaces during assigned shifts.

Shifts include 6:00am–3:00pm, 4:00am–12:00pm, and 12:00am–8:00am, with possible weekend hours and overtime. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and maintaining a welcoming campus for students, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or two years of related experience.
• Background check and physical exam may be required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work overtime/weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, clean bathrooms, collect trash and recyclables, move furniture.
• Set up/maintain items for events and operate basic custodial equipment.
• Drive University vehicles as trained and approved.
• Assist with grounds keeping tasks as needed.
• Work safely and cooperatively as part of a team or independently.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years related experience

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Brooms & mops

Ladders

Job description

Founded in 1819, Norwich University is the oldest private military college in the country and the birthplace of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC). Today we are a diversified academic institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees and professional certificates to adult learners online and to Corps and civilian lifestyle students on campus. Norwich faculty and staff challenge all of our students to push themselves academically, socially, and as leaders. Our graduates build upon their Norwich educations to launch or grow careers and make outsized contributions to their communities, the nation, and the world.

Norwich University is located in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont, only 20 minutes from the state capital, Montpelier, and three hours from Boston or Montreal. It is a private institution nestled in a rural setting with a campus size of 1,200 acres.

Our excellent benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, group life, and disability insurances, flexible-spending accounts for health and dependent care, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, an employee assistance program, paid time off, use of the University pool and fitness center, and tuition scholarships for eligible employees and their family members. Some employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program on their Federal Student Aid Direct Loan balance. For more information about our benefits, visit https://norwich.trgportal.com .

Job Description:

Fulfills the mission of Norwich University by performing custodial functions for University buildings and facilities. Primarily cleans academic and athletic buildings during shift.

Work shifts: 6:00am to 3:00pm, 4:00am to 12:00pm, and12:00am to 8:00am may includeweekend hours and required overtime.

Essential Functions

• Sweeps, mops, cleans windows, collects trash and recyclables, cleans bathroom appliances, moves furniture, and transports items to collection points for assigned buildings
• Collects and removes trash, litter, and recycling from campus facilities
• Sets up, maintains, and takes down items related to University events
• As qualified, operates buffers, vacuum cleaners, and other custodial equipment
• Performs preventive maintenance on assigned tools and equipment
• Upon successfully completing training and upon approval, drives University vehicles to include pickup trucks, golf carts, and light utility vehicles
• Removes snow and ice from steps, roads, walkways around assigned buildings and elsewhere on campus
• Assists with cleaning, buffing, or shampooing floors and carpets
• Assists with grounds keeping tasks to include mowing lawns, and pruning or trimming trees and vegetation
• Performs associated Facilities Operations maintenance work as qualified
• Performs all tasks in a safe manner in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
• Works cooperatively with others as part of a team or independently with minimal supervision

Other Functions

• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive or private information.
• Communicates with employees, students, and others in a respectful and clear manner.
• Serves on University committees, councils, workgroups, or other designated bodies as assigned.
• Achieves, maintains proficiency in, and utilizes computers, telephones, and other job-related equipment, including related systems and software.
• Speaks, reads, and writes in English.
• Communicates by telephone, email, letter, in person, or other means or device.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor or team lead.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent or two years of related experience; vocational training a plus
• Valid driver's license preferred
• Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check and physical exam
• Able to sit, squat, reach, push, pull, and manipulate related equipment; lift 50 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus
• Some overtime/weekend/evening hours may be required

Environmental Conditions

• High level of exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes.

Additional Information:

Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at [e-mail] for assistance.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now or in the future. A post offer, pre-employment background check will be required of the successful candidate.