Evening Facilities Custodian: Clean, Maintain, Support

Inside Higher Ed; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A public research university in Massachusetts seeks a Custodian to perform general custodial duties, including cleaning and maintenance of buildings. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of cleaning methods, the ability to follow oral and written instructions in English, and the capability to handle basic cleaning equipment. The schedule is full-time, requiring 40 hours per week with specific hours from Friday to Tuesday. This position includes responsibilities for maintaining sanitary conditions and ensuring facilities are clean and attractive.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of cleaning methods used in institutions.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Capability to operate simple hand and power cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general custodial duties including cleaning and maintenance.
• Remove trash and recyclables from assigned areas.
• Maintain cleanliness in bathrooms and lavatories.
• Sweep, mop, strip, and wax hard floor surfaces.

Skills

Knowledge of institutional cleaning methods

Ability to follow instructions in English

Ability to use hand and power cleaning equipment

Job description

A public research university in Massachusetts seeks a Custodian to perform general custodial duties, including cleaning and maintenance of buildings. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of cleaning methods, the ability to follow oral and written instructions in English, and the capability to handle basic cleaning equipment. The schedule is full-time, requiring 40 hours per week with specific hours from Friday to Tuesday. This position includes responsibilities for maintaining sanitary conditions and ensuring facilities are clean and attractive.