Custodian - PART TIME

Facilities supports Princeton's educational mission by stewarding the University’s campus in a sustainable way to create an environment of exceptional quality where learning and research thrive. If you share our values for teamwork, innovation, integrity, inclusiveness, respect, and sustainability, we welcome you to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning duties, such as dusting, mopping, vacuuming, restocking, and refilling in different spaces across campus, including restrooms
• Perform cleaning functions specific to your assigned facilities, based on seasonal and project requirements
• Assist with or execute snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities
• Empty waste receptacles and transport contents to designated disposal containers
• Ensure necessary doors are locked after cleaning restricted areas
• Maintain equipment and supplies by completing routine upkeep
• Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Fulfill miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience
• Demonstration of good interpersonal and communication skills in reading, writing, and receiving oral instructions in English
• Demonstration of customer service with emphasis on positive attitude
• Capable of learning how to operate equipment and practicing current cleaning methods
• Ability to work flexible hours, such as overtime, to meet the needs of University operations
• Moderate physical fitness — as a custodian, you must possess the following:
  • Physical agility, full range of motion, and ability to maintain balance
  • The ability to stand or walk 2–4 hours at one time for a total of 6–8 hours per day
  • The ability to lift or carry up to 10 pounds frequently (33–66% of the workday)
  • The ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds in a range of motion from floor to overhead occasionally (up to 33% of the workday)
  • The ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds occasionally (up to 33% of the workday)
  • The ability to push or pull using force up to 10 pounds constantly (over 66% of the workday)
  • The ability to push or pull using force up to 60 pounds occasionally (up to 33% of the workday)
  • The ability to use arms and hands for simple grasping, pushing, or pulling frequently (33–66% of the workday)
  • The ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb, and reach or lift overhead occasionally (up to 33% of the work day)
  • The ability to climb stairs or ladders, shovel snow, work at heights, and work outdoors in a variety of environmental conditions

Schedule

A standard shift is Monday–Friday, however, weekend shifts are also available with different days off during the week. Open positions may include one of the following:

• 4:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
• 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
• 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
• 10:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
• 4:00 p.m.–midnight
• 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. (The 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. shift begins Sunday evening and ends Friday morning.)

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $22.15

Benefits

The University offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees.