Custodian

Compensation:

$16.55/hour

Compensation Type:

Non-Exempt

Employment Type:

Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Grade:

Department:

Grounds & Custodian

Position Summary

Under supervision and direction, performs custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming floors and shampooing carpets, and cleaning and restocking bathrooms while maintaining a courteous and respectful attitude when interacting with faculty, staff, and students. Employee reports to the designated supervisor.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Promote a clean, safe, comfortable, and healthy work environment
• Demonstrate dedication to job performance and complete tasks as assigned
• Accept direction and guidance from supervisory personnel
• Adhere to work schedule
• Maintain clear and concise communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Promptly address any cleaning requests from building occupants, like spills, trash issues, or specific cleaning needs.
• Consistently uphold high cleanliness standards
• Report any potential safety hazards to the appropriate supervisor
• Be flexible to adjust cleaning routines based on changing needs or unexpected situations
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and other work areas to meet health standards
• Clean rugs and carpets and sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork
• Clean restrooms and replenish restroom supplies
• Empty wastebasket and transport trash and waste to disposal areas
• Change light bulbs when directed
• Check and secure all windows and doors when directed
• Disinfect equipment and supplies
• Ensure operation of equipment, tools, and materials are handled in a safe and efficient manner
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

• Visually inspect equipment for needed repair
• Immediately report damage to campus property and maintenance problems to the appropriate supervisor
• May assist with snow removal and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities
• Contributes to the overall success of the campus by performing all other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED

• Customer-service oriented
• Experience in general cleaning and maintenance
• Experience in using cleaning equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Ability to manage time and schedules
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Ability to complete routine paperwork
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety rules and procedures
• Ability to work with minimal supervision 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• Must be able to remain on feet for approximately 90% of workday
•  Climbing multiple staircases, bending and stooping
• Frequent moving and lifting up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally move and lift more than 50 pounds

 Best consideration date: October 9, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

• Required application materials should be uploaded to the “Resume Drop Box” of your application.
• References will be contacted in conjunction with interviews

EEO STATEMENT: NNMC is an equal opportunity employer.