NORTHAMPTON Custodians Clean and sanitize kitchen hoods and exhaust fan
filters, mop and sanitize kitchen areas on a weekly basis. Maintain
dining and custodial storerooms in a clean orderly state, assist with
inventories. Receive and date delivered items and rotate stock as
needed. Dry mop, wet mop, buff, strip and refinish floors: student
rooms, common areas and dining areas. Clean all spaces within assigned
areas (i.e., apartments, offices, storage areas, basements, laundry
rooms, stairs, custodial closets, exits and ramps, etc.) Routinely wash
dumpsters, toters and recycling bins. Remove leaves, snow and debris
from all entrances of assigned areas. Shampoo upholstered furniture,
carpets, walk-off mats and runners in all assigned areas. Perform
emergency clean-up of floods, spills, breakage, and bodily fluids within
the building, excluding hazardous materials. Perform non-technical tasks
as assigned to include, but not limited to changing light bulbs,
cleaning windows, glass and checking fire extinguishers according to
maintenance schedule. Report all necessary maintenance and repair items
to coordinator, supervisor or designee. Conduct daily building
inspections for possible safety hazards and report findings to the
supervisor. Maintain positive public relations with all members of the
college community. Perform tasks for scheduled and unscheduled academic,
community events and other activities as required to include, but not
limited to moving, delivering or arranging heavy items, such as
equipment, furniture, materials etc., within and between buildings.
Clean, sweep and mop all stairwells from first floor to basement. Remove
trash and recycling from buildings, complying with all recycling
practices. Drive college vehicles as assigned and assist with trucking,
when requested. Responsible for cleaning vehicles, inspecting for damage
and performing visual check prior to using. Reporting any issues
discovered to the supervisor immediately. Must comply with cleaning
frequency requirements as scheduled for assigned areas. Work with
student workers during break and recess periods. Perform other related
duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills,
education, experience, certifications, licenses) High school/vocational
diploma, GED equivalent or combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 1 year (preferred) custodial/housekeeping experience in a
service related industry. Must have a valid driver\'s license. Must
complete and comply with all College driving credentialing requirements
and obtain DOT certificate. Upon award of this position, a Division of
Motor Vehicles background check will be completed. Must be able to
safely lift and carry up to fifty pounds. Must be able to bend, walk,
stand, climb stairs and ladders, and safely operate loaded hand trucks
and dollies. Must demonstrate proficiency in accessing the internet,
using the Smith College email, finance, payroll and calendar systems as
well as the work order system. Must be able to pass a C.O.R.I check. For
more details and full job description please see website.
filters, mop and sanitize kitchen areas on a weekly basis. Maintain
dining and custodial storerooms in a clean orderly state, assist with
inventories. Receive and date delivered items and rotate stock as
needed. Dry mop, wet mop, buff, strip and refinish floors: student
rooms, common areas and dining areas. Clean all spaces within assigned
areas (i.e., apartments, offices, storage areas, basements, laundry
rooms, stairs, custodial closets, exits and ramps, etc.) Routinely wash
dumpsters, toters and recycling bins. Remove leaves, snow and debris
from all entrances of assigned areas. Shampoo upholstered furniture,
carpets, walk-off mats and runners in all assigned areas. Perform
emergency clean-up of floods, spills, breakage, and bodily fluids within
the building, excluding hazardous materials. Perform non-technical tasks
as assigned to include, but not limited to changing light bulbs,
cleaning windows, glass and checking fire extinguishers according to
maintenance schedule. Report all necessary maintenance and repair items
to coordinator, supervisor or designee. Conduct daily building
inspections for possible safety hazards and report findings to the
supervisor. Maintain positive public relations with all members of the
college community. Perform tasks for scheduled and unscheduled academic,
community events and other activities as required to include, but not
limited to moving, delivering or arranging heavy items, such as
equipment, furniture, materials etc., within and between buildings.
Clean, sweep and mop all stairwells from first floor to basement. Remove
trash and recycling from buildings, complying with all recycling
practices. Drive college vehicles as assigned and assist with trucking,
when requested. Responsible for cleaning vehicles, inspecting for damage
and performing visual check prior to using. Reporting any issues
discovered to the supervisor immediately. Must comply with cleaning
frequency requirements as scheduled for assigned areas. Work with
student workers during break and recess periods. Perform other related
duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills,
education, experience, certifications, licenses) High school/vocational
diploma, GED equivalent or combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 1 year (preferred) custodial/housekeeping experience in a
service related industry. Must have a valid driver\'s license. Must
complete and comply with all College driving credentialing requirements
and obtain DOT certificate. Upon award of this position, a Division of
Motor Vehicles background check will be completed. Must be able to
safely lift and carry up to fifty pounds. Must be able to bend, walk,
stand, climb stairs and ladders, and safely operate loaded hand trucks
and dollies. Must demonstrate proficiency in accessing the internet,
using the Smith College email, finance, payroll and calendar systems as
well as the work order system. Must be able to pass a C.O.R.I check. For
more details and full job description please see website.
Job ID: 481596503
Originally Posted on: 6/17/2025