Janitor

Position Details

Position Information


Budget Title
Janitor


Campus Title
Janitor


School/Division
Finance and Management, Division of


Department
Custodial


Staff Sub-Type
Staff & Administration


Salary Level
SG007


Salary Range
$38,235


Salary Determination


Starting salary rates are based on negotiated labor contracts.

Position Effort
Full-Time


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Is this a temporary position?
No


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Position Summary


The Janitor is responsible for general cleaning, event support and set up, overseeing the work of the custodial staff, supply inventory and ordering, and general tool/equipment maintenance.

Salary: $38,235

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

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What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work?
• Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university's state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor's approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region's offerings

Major Responsibilities

Cleaning /Event Set Up/Inventory

• Perform general cleaning duties as outlined in standard cleaner job descriptions; however, time spent on these tasks may be reduced due to additional responsibilities.
• Respond to cleaning and maintenance requests, communicating effectively with building administrators, staff, and residence hall directors.
• Coordinate and set up equipment and seating for meetings, classes, graduations, and special events.
• Serve as the lead for an assigned building or area by coordinating the work of custodial staff to ensure all cleaning tasks meet campus standards.
• Maintain inventory and submit electronic requisitions for cleaning supplies, restroom products, light bulbs, equipment, and industrial cleaning agents.
• Prepare and handle hazardous materials for proper disposal in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Work within a team-based environment featuring overlapping shifts, while providing support to colleagues as needed.

Building/Tool Maintenance

• Conduct and log monthly fire extinguisher inspections; promptly report any expired or damaged units.
• Perform minor (unskilled) maintenance and repair tasks, including fixing furniture, dispensers, blinds, screens, and tightening hardware.
• Maintain and ensure proper working condition of tools and equipment.

Computer Use

• Use a computer regularly for email communication, printing signage, and processing work orders.
• Report damages and maintenance issues requiring skilled trades through the TMA system to appropriate staff.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships

• Reports directly to the Supervising Janitor.
• Directly supervises assigned custodial staff.

Required Qualifications


Non-Competitive: must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and communicate orally and in writing to exchange information.

• Position will be awarded based on seniority of applicants who apply.
• Record of dependability and satisfactory work performance.
• Must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and to communicate effectively to obtain and convey information.

**This position routinely requires moderate, and occasionally heavy, physical labor including but not limited to lifting, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, and various repetitive motions used in cleaning activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous cleaning and/or labor type work experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of modern cleaning methods, practices, and materials used in a commercial or campus setting.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards, including safe handling of industrial cleaning agents and hazardous materials disposal.
• Familiarity with minor building maintenance, fire extinguisher inspection protocols, and basic mechanical/tool upkeep.
• Strong interpersonal skills for acting as a liaison between building administrators, custodial staff, and residence hall directors.

About the University


A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine's "Best Colleges for Your Money List," fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.

EEO Statement


The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/EEO/ADA) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university.

Job Close Date
09/05/2026

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
S26030


Review Start Date

Open Until Filled

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