Custodian

At Holy Cross, we are focused on creating a world-class workforce by attracting and retaining employees dedicated to fostering a culture of professionalism, pride, mutual trust, and respect—one that values appreciation and recognition, empowering each of us to flourish both individually and collectively. We seek candidates who are inspired by our mission and values, and who are eager to make a meaningful difference on our campus. Learn more about Life at Holy Cross here.

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness of the College. Instructions to the employee are generally specific; however, there are times the employee must consider different courses of action to complete the task.

Job Description

Primary job responsibilities

Essential Functions include but are not limited to the following: 

• Empty wastebaskets and trash containers.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedure.  Refill restroom dispensers 
• Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, polish, or vacuum floors; clean chalk boards and erasers; replace light bulbs.
• Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
• Must have sufficient physical strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift, move and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and to repeatedly lift, move and carry objects weighing more than 75 pounds with assistance. 
• Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors; vacuum, extract and shampoo carpets.
• Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools; buffers, auto scrubbers,extractors, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture.
• Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.
• Lock and unlock assigned buildings: secure building when facilities are not in use
• checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights.
• Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
• Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs in areas within ten feet of buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools frequently.
• Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds. Launder cleaning rags and dust mops.
• Have essential capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills; attention to detail, ability to read, follow, and comprehend directions; communicate effectively both verbally and written.
• Basic math skills with ability to calculate measurements.
• Attend to emergencies when necessary.
• Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.
• Take classes as required in cleaning methods and techniques, new products.
• Handle recycling materials.
• Call in work orders.
• Assist in the instruction and supervision of student help.
• Assist with inventory control and security.
• Safely operate all vehicles and other job related equipment.
• Ability to perform occasional overtime and weekend work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
   

Education:

• Required: HS Diploma or GED

Experience:

• Required: Two years of experience as a building attendant or custodial worker. Two years-experience using floor machine such as auto-scrubbers, buffers, burnishes, etc.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must know how to use and maintain basic housekeeping tools. 
   

Special Job Requirements (such as hours, accuracy, special equipment and/or working conditions):

• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions for thoroughness in performing duties. Position may necessitate exposure to outside weather or heat. Good health; physical strength and agility sufficient to perform building cleaning work. Bending, squatting, twisting, and/or crouching are required constantly throughout the day.
   

The hourly rate for this full time non-exempt position is $17.50/hour.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

Weekly Hours:

40

Annual Work Schedule:

(For Seasonal and Temporary Positions, this will be determined by the manager)

Application Instructions

For all administrative and academic positions, please upload a current resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please reflect on how your professional and personal values align with the Mission of the College.

For all other positions, resume and cover letters are optional, but your most up-to-date work experience and educational background are required.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, priority consideration will be given to applications submitted within 30 days of the posting date.

Additional Information

To review our generous benefits options, please review our detailed information here or check out our Benefits at a Glance.

The College also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process in compliance with law. Please contact Human Resources for questions or to request an accommodation via email at [email protected], or by calling 508-793-3391. 

The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning Equal Opportunity in the workplace.

The College does not provide immigration sponsorship for staff positions. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.