Custodian

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout a college or university campus. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing routine cleaning and maintenance duties in classrooms, administrative offices, restrooms, hallways, common areas, and other campus facilities.

Monday- Friday 2:00PM-10:30PM

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, stairwells, and common areas.

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, strip, wax, and buff floors as needed.

• Empty trash receptacles and properly dispose of waste and recyclable materials.

• Clean and disinfect sinks, toilets, mirrors, countertops, and other high-touch surfaces.

• Replenish restroom supplies, including toilet paper, paper towels, and soap.

• Dust and wipe down furniture, desks, windowsills, and other surfaces.

• Clean windows, glass doors, and entryways.

• Maintain cleanliness in student lounges, conference rooms, dining areas, and other campus facilities.

• Operate cleaning equipment such as floor buffers, vacuums, and carpet-cleaning machines.

• Follow established cleaning schedules, safety procedures, and sanitation guidelines.

• Properly handle, store, and use cleaning chemicals and equipment according to safety standards.

• Report maintenance concerns, damaged equipment, and unsafe conditions to supervisors.

• Assist with room setups and cleanup for campus events, meetings, and special functions.

• Perform additional custodial duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Previous custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or commercial cleaning experience preferred.

• Experience working in a school, college, university, or large commercial facility is a plus.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and proper sanitation practices.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.

• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a professional attitude.

• Ability to interact respectfully with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach throughout the work shift.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 40–50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to push and pull cleaning carts and operate custodial equipment.

• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks and work in various indoor and outdoor campus environments.