Shift Custodial Worker (Local 77)

Posting Start Date:

June 16, 2026

Posting End Date:

June 30, 2026

Position Number:

80001355

Union:

Local 77 CO

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Department:

Engineering

Pay Grade:

PR58A

Hourly Rate:

$26.56

Employment Type:

Full Time

Building Location:

Central Office Building

Building Address:

700 S. Eisenhower Boulevard, Middletown PA 17057

Work Schedule/Shift:

Monday through Friday, Noon-8pm

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as "America's First Superhighway"! Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually. Together, we are building the highway of the future.

Job Purpose and Summary

This position is responsible for performing a variety of custodial and general cleaning duties on various shifts for the Central Campus and Regional Facilities. An employee in this class is responsible for cleaning assigned areas in accordance with instructions and training provided. An employee needs to understand proper usage of cleaning products and chemicals. Work is assigned and accomplished under an administrative superior and is consistent with a preestablished schedule and routine.


Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Mops, scrubs, waxes and polishes floors.

Dusts, cleans, polishes and moves furniture.

Sweeps, dusts, damp and wet mops hard and resilient floor surfaces.

Operates a vacuum cleaner to clean carpeted areas.

Washes windows, sweeps and cleans interior/exterior steps, building walls, and walkways.

Cleans lavatory fixtures, floors and walls. Replaces lavatory supplies as needed.

Disposes of wastepaper and recycling and cleans offices, halls and public areas as needed or directed.

Operates mechanical sweepers, buffing machines and small power equipment as needed in the performance of assigned duties. Makes incidental repairs.

Performs custodial duties that need to be done when the building is not occupied so as not to interfere or disrupt the productivity of office staff during their regular work hours.

Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.

Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent certification.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Competencies

Regular and Predictable Attendance
Customer/Client Focused
Motivated
Reliability
Teamwork Orientation
Performance Management
Safety
Active Listening
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Initiative Driven

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position demands understanding and implementing written and verbal instructions. Communicates clearly and authoritatively, orally and in writing. Position may demand stamina to work long hours, occasionally in emergency situations, adverse weather conditions or extended work assignments. Position may require minimal travel. Position requires frequent crouching, kneeling, stooping and lifting or exertion of up to 40 pounds. Works outside of normal business hours for assigned work assignments. Office environment with low levels of noise, adequate lighting and comfortable temperature. Exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable conditions. Physical environment is generally safe, but safety equipment or precautions must be followed in field conditions.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent(s) within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of the employee(s) assigned to this job. Management has the discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io.