Custodian - PT

Union College; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Winter recess break

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition exchange

Job summary

Union College in Schenectady, NY, is seeking a part-time Custodian to maintain cleanliness of office spaces and common areas across campus. The role runs Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 25 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, with a pay rate of $16.00 per hour.

Activities include trash removal, cleaning, and basic upkeep across campus facilities. The position requires physical capability, safety awareness, and flexibility to work weekends if needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Safety conscious and able to read, write and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Weekend work may be required; emergency coverage possible.
• Driver's license with clean record is required only for weekend roles.

Responsibilities

• Remove office and building trash; clean floors and bathrooms.
• Support event setup with tables and chairs when needed.
• Assist colleagues as needed to maintain campus cleanliness.

Skills

Physical strength

Safety awareness

Reading/writing

Team collaboration

Job description

Custodians are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of office spaces and common spaces across campus.

Custodian - Part time

Work Days:

Monday through Friday

Shift Start/End Time

5:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Hours Per Week:

25

Weeks Per Year:

52

Pay Status and Classification:

Non-exempt. Regular, Part-time.

Supervisor:

Team Lead

Position Purpose:

Responsible for trash removal and maintaining the cleanliness of office spaces and common spaces across campus.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Cleaning and Maintenance: Removes office and building trash. Washes windows, cleans showers, bathrooms, and public areas using wet/dry mop, vacuum cleaner, cleaning cloths and cleaning solutions. Follows safety instructions/procedures related to clothing, gloves, goggles, masks and use of cleaning chemicals. Cleans, strips and waxes tile and floors. Shampoos and extracts carpeting. Maintains vacuums and other equipment by making simple adjustments such as installing new vacuum bags and mop heads, moving equipment from location to location as necessary. Removes snow from entryways and walkways.
• Event Preparation Assistance: Assists with special events including but not limited to table and chair setup.
• Additional Tasks: Pitches in to assist colleagues when needed.

Qualifications:

• Physical requirements: Ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.), and stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time.
• Must be safety conscious, able to read, write and understand written and verbal instructions and work with a diverse group of staff and students.
• Ability to work on weekends may be required. During emergency situations will be required to work in the event of a personnel shortage.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record for cleaning jobs that include weekends. Does not apply to part-time cleaning jobs.
• The ability to foster and enhance a thriving, diverse, inclusive, and culturally vibrant community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, faculty and staff colleagues, and alumni. Ability to read, write and understand written and verbal instructions.

Compensation:

The rate for this position is $16.00 an hour. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location:

Schenectady, NY

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays (in accordance with policy)
• Healthcare: Medical (PPO & HDHP), Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
• Tuition Exchange

Background Checks:

In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation:

Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).