Custodian 3rd Shift; Southern STATE University - Tc-

Introduction

Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR), Connecticut State Colleges and Universities. We are recruiting for a full‑time, third‑shift Custodian position to work on our campus in New Haven, CT. This position is located in the Academics Buildings.

We are hiring a custodial staff member for the night shift (11:00 pm – 7:00 am) to maintain cleanliness and safety across campus facilities.

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• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance for all employees

• Perform custodial tasks and maintenance of areas such as dormitories, classrooms, offices, auditoriums, wards, kitchens, dining rooms, lavatories, and outdoor areas.
• Dust, mop, sweep, scrub, strip, wax, and polish floors using appropriate equipment.
• Wash, dust, and polish glass—including windows, woodwork, walls, furniture, and metal equipment.
• Make beds; check, mark, store, and issue linens, blankets, and clothing (limited to the individual’s work area).
• Collect and count soiled laundry; distribute, empty, and sterilize glassware, wash basins, and bedpans.
• Sweep walkways; collect and dispose of trash.
• Report needs for repairs; perform minor maintenance; run errands.
• Inspect buildings for damage and report conditions to the supervisor.
• Change light bulbs and replace fuses; lubricate or tighten door hinges, drawers, cabinets, etc.; replace ceiling or floor tiles.
• Remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways; sand and salt them.
• Move furniture and/or set up classrooms.
• Perform related duties as required.

• Interpersonal skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Operate, care for, and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work
• Keep records

Any experience and training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and/or certifications.

Incumbents must have adequate physical strength, stamina, agility, and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

Incumbents may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and/or individuals.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.