Evening Facilities Custodian — Campus Cleanup & Safety

Smith College; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith College in Northampton, MA is seeking a Facilities Custodian to provide a safe, clean environment for daily operations and events. The role includes a wide range of cleaning tasks across offices, classrooms and labs, with an evening shift from Monday to Friday, 3:30pm to 11:30pm.

Responsibilities include floor care, rest room upkeep, light maintenance, safety inspections, and event support. A high school diploma and custodial experience are preferred; eligible candidates must meet safety

Qualifications

• Move, deliver and arrange heavy items within and between buildings.
• Know the cleaning schedule for assigned areas and look for improvements.
• Understand cleaning chemicals and SDS for safety compliance.
• Ability to remove ice and snow from entrances and walkways.
• Use good judgment to carry out primary job functions independently.
• General computer knowledge for reporting and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Clean rest rooms, restock supplies, and refill sani-machines.
• Dry mop, wet mop, buff, strip and refinish floors.
• Clean spaces including offices, classrooms, labs and storage.
• Vacuum carpets and walk-off mats.
• Remove leaves, snow, and debris from entrances.
• Respond to floods, spills, and non-hazardous cleanup events.
• Replace light bulbs, maintain humidifiers and fountains.
• Inspect eye wash stations, showers, and fire extinguishers per schedule.
• Report maintenance needs to supervisor or coordinator.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and report findings.
• Maintain positive relations with the college community.
• Assist with events and other activities as required.
• Clean stairwells and remove trash/recycle from buildings.
• Follow cleaning frequency schedules and perform related duties.

Skills

Heavy-item movement

Schedule awareness

Chemical safety & SDS

Snow/ice removal

Good judgment

Computers basic knowledge

Education

High school / GED or equivalent

Custodial experience (1 year)

Job description

Smith College in Northampton, MA is seeking a Facilities Custodian to provide a safe, clean environment for daily operations and events. The role includes a wide range of cleaning tasks across offices, classrooms and labs, with an evening shift from Monday to Friday, 3:30pm to 11:30pm.

Responsibilities include floor care, rest room upkeep, light maintenance, safety inspections, and event support. A high school diploma and custodial experience are preferred; eligible candidates must meet safety