Custodian/Housekeeper

Sign-on bonus: $1,000 ($500 at hire, $500 after 90 days).

About the role

Reporting to the Custodial Supervisor and taking direction from the Lead Custodian, the Custodian cleans and maintains buildings to ensure all assigned areas meet the Academy’s standards of cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Clean bathroom toilets, sinks, showers, and locker rooms daily using proper cleaning products.
• Vacuum, sweep, and mop carpets and floors.
• Wash or dust surfaces to maintain detailed cleanliness.
• Remove trash, recycling, and compost from offices, classrooms, dormitories, and around buildings.
• Move snow and debris from entryways and around buildings to ensure safe foot passage.
• Request supplies from a supervisor to maintain adequate inventory.
• Report needed repairs to supervisor or submit work orders.
• Maintain equipment as needed.
• Assist with function and event setups, and campus moves as required.
• Comply with all Academy Safety Program policies and procedures, including use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of 12th grade or equivalent.
• 3–12 months of custodial experience or related field.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• May work as part of a team or individually.

Physical Demands

• Visual acuity to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work.
• Ability to walk or stand for eight hours or more.
• Occasionally climb, work, and balance on ladders.
• Frequently climb and work on stairs.
• Work in awkward positions, frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Frequently reach, stand, walk, pull, and grasp.
• Push and pull furniture.
• Sustain substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Occasionally exert up to 50 lbs. of force.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Receive and communicate information with others to safely and effectively perform job functions.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily indoors, with occasional outdoor tasks (e.g., clearing entryways and external areas).
• Subject to noise levels requiring shouting to be heard above ambient noise.
• Exposure to vibration and oscillating movements of extremities or whole body.
• Hazards include physical conditions, proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, high heat, and chemicals.
• Exposure to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, latex, and mold.
• Temperature variations from below 32°F to above 100°F.

Pay

Competitive base compensation within a published range, determined by qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, with opportunities for growth and progression in the role.

Benefits

• Health & Financial: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b)-retirement plan; employer-paid life and disability plans.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Campus Perks: Tuition remission, fitness center access, and complimentary dining hall meals.