Custodian

About the role

As a member of the Housekeeping team, the Custodian provides general and detailed cleaning services for campus buildings. The Custodian is an essential personnel position that is required to report to work during inclement weather or other times that non-essential personnel may be excused. Primary Responsibilities Restroom Care: Clean and sanitize toilets, sinks, showers, and other bathroom fixtures to meet health standards Waste Management: Remove trash and recycling from assigned areas and dispose of it according to university policy Floor Maintenance: Perform daily sweeping and mopping, as well as periodic tasks like floor stripping, waxing, and carpet shampooing Room and Area Reset: Arrange furniture and restock supplies to ensure areas are ready for classes, events, or resident use General Cleaning: Dust surfaces, vacuum carpets, mop floors, and clean windows to maintain appearance Academic & Administrative Spaces: Clean classrooms, offices, hallways, and stairways to provide a productive environment for students, faculty, and staff Residential Areas: Maintain communal spaces in dormitories, including lounges and bathrooms, and sometimes cleaning student rooms during breaks Event Support: Move furniture, clean up, and reset spaces for special events, lectures, and other campus activities Safety and Compliance: Follow safety procedures, including chemical handling and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) Communication: Report maintenance issues and security concerns, and follow instructions from supervisors Line of Report: The Custodian role reports to a Housekeeping Supervisor who reports to the Manager of Housekeeping Services.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
• Professional Competencies
• Attention to Detail: Vigilance in noticing spills, litter, or needed maintenance and reporting them promptly
• Good Time Management Skills: Working efficiently to meet productivity targets and complete tasks on schedule
• Collaboration: Ability to work with a team
• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform moderately heavy housekeeping tasks and move light furniture
• Three years or more of experience in housekeeping
• Three years or more of floor care experience
• Special Requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain PA Act 12 background checks
• Possession of a valid U.S. Drivers' License and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record check
• Haverford College is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Title Custodian Job Description Summary Haverford College invites applications for our full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt, benefits-eligible Custodian opportunity. Job Description Total Compensation Hourly rate : $18 Benefits : The College offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes possible work-from-home opportunities, automatic 10% retirement contribution to your retirement account upon eligibility (no match required), a 50% tuition benefit for dependent children upon eligibility, 14 paid holidays (including the week before New Year's Day), affordable medical plans, Health Savings Account contribution of $700 for individuals and$1400 for families (no match required, available to employees enrolled in the High Deductible Health Plan), and a beautiful arboretum campus with walking trail and easy public transportation access. Please visit the Benefits page ( https://www.haverford.edu/human-resources/benefits ) for more information. Work Location: On Site. About the Housekeeping Division The Housekeeping Division is responsible for the cleaning of all administrative, academic, and residential buildings. The housekeeping staff also maintains common areas, i.e., stairways, hallways, and restrooms, bathroom facilities of the dormitories, and the entryways of faculty apartment buildings. Housekeeping service is not provided in student rooms or faculty housing units. Housekeeping services are provided on a scheduled basis. Typically, all spaces are cleaned daily seven days a week between 5:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Special cleaning programs such as floor restoration and carpet care are normally performed during periods when the academic program is in recess (i.e., Fall and Spring Breaks, between semesters, and during the summer).

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