Custodian

Colgate University

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.
It is our vision to be an exceptionally run facilities department
that is dedicated to exemplary service, environmental stewardship,
operational efficiency, teamwork, and fiscal responsibility.

"One team, one mission”

Accountabilities
• Responsible 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).
• Responsible for following all safety protocols while carrying
out assigned duties including properly wearing all required
Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE ) and keeping up-to-date will
all required safety training.
• Responsible for reporting 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.
• Works well with colleagues within the Facilities department as
well as across campus.
• Responsible for maintaining 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 duties as assigned.

Professional Experience/ Qualifications
• Must be capable of working in a setting with a diverse group of
students, faculty, staff, and visitors on a daily basis.
• 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 have good communication skills.
• 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.
• Previous experience in a professional setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and stay on
task/complete duties with little supervision

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

Education

A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Job Open Date

06/10/2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Please detail in your resume, your experience as it relates to the
requirements of this position, which include:

Professionalism

Customer Service

Cleaning/Custodial Services

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can
only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy
of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train
employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job
qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by
applicable local, state or federal laws or Executive Orders.

For more information, click the "How to Apply" button.

Location: Hamilton, NY

Posted: Oct. 13, 2024, 3:47 a.m.