Facilities Custodian & Grounds Tech I

Delaware Technical Community College; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Technical Community College in Newark, DE is seeking an incumbent custodian to maintain the interiors and grounds in a clean, sanitary condition while engaging with students and staff in a professional and courteous manner.

The role includes cleaning floors, trash removal, assisting with groundskeeping, and responding to inquiries. You will operate vacuums, scrubbers, and buffers, apply cleaning chemicals safely, and assist with light maintenance as needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of ten years formal schooling or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to interact with students and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to learn and apply custodial methods, materials, and practices.
• Ability to operate custodial equipment (vacuums, scrubbers, buffers) and perform minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform general custodial work following sanitation standards.
• Clean floors and dispose of trash; separate recyclables.
• Clean kitchens, bathrooms, and laboratories; manage waste disposal.
• H hang drapes, clean windows, desks, and chairs in classrooms.
• Assist with light groundskeeping and arrange furniture for events.

Skills

Chemicals handling

Custodial techniques

Equipment operation

Basic repairs

Reading & writing

Grounds equipment use

Education

Ten years formal schooling

Tools

Vacuums

Scrubbers

Buffers

Job description

Delaware Technical Community College in Newark, DE is seeking an incumbent custodian to maintain the interiors and grounds in a clean, sanitary condition while engaging with students and staff in a professional and courteous manner.

The role includes cleaning floors, trash removal, assisting with groundskeeping, and responding to inquiries. You will operate vacuums, scrubbers, and buffers, apply cleaning chemicals safely, and assist with light maintenance as needed.