Custodian

Overview

Colgate University – Custodian

Requisition Number: 2026S009 Posting
Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time
Division: $ATSDiv
Department:
Facilities - Custodial Services
Wage/Salary Range: $19.87 / hour

Department Statement:
It is the mission of the Facilities Department at Colgate University to create the safest, cleanest, and most comfortable environment that further distinguishes Colgate University as a world-class educational institution. We work hard as part of a unified team, to make everyone who arrives on campus feel welcomed. “One team, one mission”

The Facilities Department provides the physical environment, utilities, and facilities support services necessary to promote the educational and research activities of the university. To ensure quality service to our community, we provide strong coordination and communications between multi-functional groups and our customers, with a customer-oriented approach. Training and development of self-directed teams promotes a work environment that encourages employee initiative, engagement and development.

Accountable for cleaning in assigned area(s) to meet established standards and maintain safe conditions.

• Conducts detail-oriented cleaning tasks such as dusting surfaces, cleaning walls, and polishing fixtures and furniture.
• Maintains floor care through processes such as vacuuming, shampooing carpets, spot removal, burnishing, and stripping and waxing.
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness in restrooms, shower rooms and locker rooms through detail-oriented cleaning and disinfection practices.
• Removes garbage and recycling from assigned areas and assists with garbage removal around the exterior perimeter of assigned building(s).
• Maintains safety by following all safety protocols, wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and keeping up-to-date with safety training.
• Reports maintenance and safety concerns to the Facilities main office.
• Assists with moves, deliveries, setups for special events, and coverage for athletics events.
• Maintains all custodial areas (offices, closets, storage areas) in an orderly and clean state.
• Manages inventory of cleaning supplies within assigned areas.
• Works with Custodial Forepersons for day-to-day needs and with colleagues across campus to maintain operations.
• Maintains professionalism and a positive attitude when working with colleagues across campus.
• Upholds Department mission and values by continuously providing exceptional customer service to students, staff and campus visitors.
• Maintains flexibility to handle diverse job assignments.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

• Must be available for work in excess of normal schedule as needed, and reachable by phone for emergencies.
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must possess effective communication skills, demonstrating the ability to accurately exchange information and follow instructions in both verbal and written formats.
• Must have customer service skills.
• Must have the ability to interact with students on a daily basis, responding to them in a positive, professional and friendly manner.
• Must have basic computer skills and the ability to use learn Gmail, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, FAMIS work order / time card management system.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Must be capable of working in a setting with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on a daily basis.

• Previous custodial experience in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures.
• Experience using cleaning equipment, chemicals and tools.

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

This position is deemed essential under the University’s Essential Personnel Policy.

5:00am-1:30pm Tuesday – Saturday
5:00am-1:30pm Sunday – Thursday

Job Open Date: 01/23/2026
Job Close Date: 01/23/2027
Open Until Filled:
No

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