Janitor - Part Time

Vassar; City of Poughkeepsie, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,125,000 - 71,635,000; Part time

Job summary

Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY is seeking a part-time janitor to maintain campus cleanliness and support college programming through event set-ups, breaks down and moves. The role involves cleaning restrooms, classrooms and offices, performing floor care, operating cleaning equipment, and assisting with event logistics.

A valid driver’s license and strong English communication are required. Schedule: Monday 4:30pm-7:30pm, Tuesday–Friday 4:30pm-8:30pm (19 hours/week).

Qualifications

• One (1) year experience in the maintenance and care of facilities in a similar environment.
• Ability to move, position, transport and place objects up to and including 75 pounds.
• Ability to work, ascend and descend on ladders and use a Genie lift.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license for at least 2 years.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing.
• Willingness to work overtime as available.

Responsibilities

• Performs general cleaning including restrooms, bathrooms, public spaces, classrooms, offices and locker/shower rooms.
• Student rooms are cleaned annually.
• Performs floor care tasks: vacuuming, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, carpet shampooing; operates equipment.
• Uses light and heavy floor machines and attachments.
• Performs set-ups and break downs for college events.
• Moves heavy furniture, supplies and equipment as requested.
• Collects trash and recyclables.
• Shovels snow from steps and walks during inclement weather.
• Changes light bulbs (except specialized conditions).
• Inspects fire extinguishers monthly.

Skills

Experience in facilities maintenance

Lift up to 75 pounds

Ladder/Genie lift use

Valid driver’s license

English communication

Overtime willingness

Job description

Department Facilities Operations - Administrative Office Job Family Service - Union Vassar College is deeply committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by promoting an environment of transparency and respect for differences. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds who meet the qualifications of a posting. If you need to request an accommodation to fully participate in the search process, please contact [e-mail].

Job Description Schedule: Monday, 4:30pm -7:30pm, Tuesday - Friday 4:30pm - 8:30pm (19 hours per week)

Position Summary: The Janitor maintains the cleanliness levels in campus facilities providing an environment that is conducive to teaching, learning and living; and supports college programming by performing numerous event set-ups, break downs and moves.

Responsibilities:

• Performs general cleaning including but not limited to restrooms, bathrooms, public spaces, classrooms, offices and locker/shower rooms.
• Student rooms are cleaned annually.
• Performs floor care tasks including but not limited to vacuuming, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing and carpet shampooing; and performs operator maintenance on equipment.
• Uses light and heavy commercial type floor machines and attachments.
• Performs set-ups and break downs for college events.
• Moves heavy furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as requested.
• Collects trash and recyclable material.
• Shovels snow from steps and walks, including days when the College is closed due to inclement weather.
• Changes light bulbs, except specialized conditions.
• Inspects fire extinguishers monthly.
• Overtime, including responding to after-hour and weekend emergencies, is assigned according to seniority guidelines.

Required skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• One (1) year experience in the maintenance and care of facilities in a similar environment.
• Ability to move, position, transport and place objects up to and including 75 pounds.
• Ability to work, ascend and descend on ladders and use a Genie lift.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license for at least 2 years.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing.
• Willingness to work overtime as available.
• Overtime is assigned according to seniority guidelines.

Pay Rate: $23.93 per hour

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