Custodian - PT

Schedule

Work Days: Monday through Friday. Shift: 5:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. (20 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).

Pay

Non‑exempt, regular part‑time position.

Responsibilities

• Remove office and building trash.
• Wash windows, clean showers, bathrooms, and public areas using wet/dry mop, vacuum cleaner, cleaning cloths and cleaning solutions.
• Follow safety instructions/procedures related to clothing, gloves, goggles, masks and use of cleaning chemicals.
• Clean, strip and wax tile and floors; shampoo and extract carpeting.
• Maintain vacuums and other equipment by making simple adjustments such as installing new vacuum bags and mop heads, and moving equipment as necessary.
• Remove snow from entryways and walkways.
• Assist with special events, including table and chair setup.
• Assist colleagues as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lb and stand, bend, stoop for extended periods.
• Safety‑conscious; able to read, write, and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of staff and students.
• May be required to work weekends and during emergency personnel shortages.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for cleaning jobs that include weekends.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and culturally vibrant community.

Benefits

• Generous vacation, sick, and personal time; winter recess break and paid holidays (per policy).
• Healthcare: medical (PPO & HDHP), dental, and vision insurance with flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
• Free on‑campus fitness facility access and discounts for on‑campus wellness programs.
• Pre‑ and post‑tax participation in a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Salary continuation program in the event of disability.
• Tuition exchange.

Location

Schenectady, NY.

Finalists will undergo a background check; Union College participates in E‑Verify.