General Maintenance/Housekeeping

Location: Troy & Albany, NY Category: Staff Positions Job Type: Full-time Non-Exempt Posted On: Mon Mar 24 2025 Job Description:

Job Summary: Generally responsible for cleaning of all buildings and common areas of the campus and in assisting with repairs and maintenance of the College.

This position is for either the Troy or Albany campus; specific schedule to be determined with supervisor.

• Assists with general repairs and maintenance as required by the Crew Coordinator or Senior Director of Facilities and Planning

• Cleans and maintains cleanliness of all areas used by College community

• Collects and disposes of trash and debris

• Utilizes chemicals and equipment in a safe/compliant manner

• Clear pathways and parking lots of snow using shovels and/or equipment as assigned

• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Crew Coordinator or Senior Director of Facilities and Planning

• May include one or more of the following:

• Delivery of merchandise from shipping/receiving area

• Assisting with the grounds upkeep

• Assisting skilled workers in the area of carpentry, painting, masonry or electrical

• Assist in some aspects of building repair including changing light bulbs, fuses and ballasts

• Replace window shades, light painting, assist in grounds as needed

• Sweeps, mops and scrubs, strips floors, stairs and other surfaces

• Vacuums and spot cleans carpets

• Cleans and restocks lavatories

• Collects trash and debris and places in designated collection area for removal by Waste Collector

• Replaces liners in wastebaskets and trash containers

• Cleans stoves, microwaves and refrigerators as directed

• Cleans or dusts glass and other exposed surfaces including walls, window sills, cases, phone booths, door trim, chalkboards and furniture

• Sweeps porches, steps and sidewalks to clear debris and snowfall and applies ice melt as required

• Reports all hazardous conditions to the appropriate supervisor especially as it relates to snow removal

• Removes snow as requested by supervisor

• Reports items in need of repair to the appropriate supervisor

• Maintains equipment in clean, usable condition

• Uses cleaning chemicals in a responsible manner

• Ensures chemicals are safely and properly stored after each use and that correct labels are applied

• Moves furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as directed

• Maintains floor finishes

• In emergency situation, may be directed to clean up spills, floods and other related items

• All other duties related to custodial work as assigned

This is a 12-month position with a starting wage of $17.00 per hour for 40 hours per week.

Applications are accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Job Requirements:

• At least 1 year experience in housekeeping general building repair, maintenance

• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions

• Must be able to push and lift and carry objects up to 51 lbs without assistance

• Must be able to read instructions and safety rules, write sentences, communicate verbally and follow instructions

• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide

• Must be able to walk, stoop, bend, crouch, sit, kneel, climb and crawl

• Valid NYS driver's license is required

Additional Information:

RSC offers a dynamic college environment and friendly work atmosphere. Visit our Employment Opportunities ( page for additional available job openings at RSC.

Russell Sage College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, criminal history, and any other legally protected characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Russell Sage College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity.

• Applications accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis.

• Reports to: Group Leader and Senior Director