Custodian

  • Smith College
  • Northampton, Massachusetts
  • Full Time
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.
Job ID: 481596503
Originally Posted on: 6/17/2025

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