Part-time Custodian

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester is seeking a part-time Custodian to perform custodial functions in campus buildings and maintain areas and equipment in a neat, clean and sanitary state.

This 20-hour-per-week union position offers a pay rate of $22.53 per hour and uses a routine schedule with responsibilities including door security, equipment operation, winter snow removal, and event setup.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate cleaning equipment (powered and manual).
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Receives assignments from supervisor.
• Follows a routine schedule and cleans various facilities.
• Unlocks and locks doors as needed.
• Operates and maintains custodial equipment.
• Moves furniture and assists with events.
• During winter, clears snow and treats ice.
• For sponsored events, restores facilities after use.

Skills

Cleaning equipment operation

Lifting 60 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power operated custodial equipment

Job description

JOB TITLE

Part-time Custodian

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Custodial

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Performs custodial functions in campus academic and non-academic buildings; is responsible for maintaining assigned areas and equipment in a neat, clean and sanitary manner.

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives assignments in either a verbal or written form from a supervisor.
• Follows a routine schedule utilizing approved procedures. Maintains various flooring types, dusts and washes walls, partitions, windows; maintains bathrooms, showers, locker rooms and other similar facilities. Removes trash and other related duties as assigned.
• Is responsible, as assigned, for unlocking and locking various interior and exterior building doors.
• Operates and maintains power operated custodial equipment.
• Moves and relocates furniture, small equipment, and belongings not characteristic of rigging.
• During winter, clears snow and debris from steps and sidewalks and treats for ice.
• For sponsored events, sets up, assists, and returns campus facilities to their original state of use.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to use various types of cleaning equipment, both powered and non-powered.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 60 lbs.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Pay rate is $22.53 per hour. This is a 20 hour per week union position.

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.