Custodian (Overnight Shift)

Wilkes University; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Tuition remission for employee and dependents

Job summary

Wilkes University seeks an Overnight Shift Custodian for the Campus Support Services department. This role involves cleaning restrooms, classrooms, and common areas while operating light floor machinery. Offering a competitive hourly rate and benefits such as tuition remission for employees and their dependents.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, valid Pennsylvania driver’s license, and ability to lift 40 lbs. Employment contingent on a thorough background check. Wilkes University is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety regulations.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of restrooms, classrooms, and office areas.
• Operate light floor machines for cleaning tasks.
• Perform general maintenance tasks like replacing light bulbs.
• Assist with event setups and seasonal grounds maintenance.
• Remove and transport garbage and recyclables.

Skills

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Proficient technical skills

Basic knowledge of computers (Word, Excel)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

Overnight shift custodian (Monday‑Friday 10:00 pm‑6:30 am) in the Campus Support Services department. Position offers competitive starting hourly rate and generous benefits package, including tuition remission for employee and dependents.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of restrooms, classrooms, hallways, and office areas in campus facilities, including residence halls, athletic areas, administrative and academic buildings.
• Operate light floor machines and attachments (vacuum, floor buffer, carpet extractor, etc.).
• Perform general maintenance tasks: replacing light bulbs, plunging toilets, etc.
• Assist with event set‑ups and seasonal grounds maintenance.
• Remove and transport garbage and recyclables from throughout campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety regulations and other documentation pertinent to the position.
• Proficient technical skills to perform associated tasks.
• Basic knowledge of computers (Word, Excel, and web‑based applications).
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Employment at Wilkes is contingent upon a thorough background screening. PA Act 153 requires that persons working in positions with regular and unsupervised contact with minors complete additional clearances, including FBI fingerprinting and PA criminal and child abuse clearances.

EEO Statement

Wilkes University is an independent, comprehensive university that does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.