Maintenance and Custodial Worker
Position Overview
This role is responsible for ensuring facilities are clean, safe, functional, and secure. Primary duties include completing tasks outlined in building work plans. Lead Custodian responsibilities also include assigning and scheduling work, assisting with problem resolution, supporting grounds maintenance, performing custodial requests from administration and faculty, and completing quality control checks as directed.
Qualifications
- Experience in minor building maintenance including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC
- Knowledge of cleaning methods, chemicals, and maintenance equipment
Benefits
- Capital Blue Cross medical and prescription plans (family coverage with reasonable deductibles and co-pays)
- Company-paid dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
- PSERS Contributory Pension
- Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
- Vacation: 10–15 days/year based on years of service
- Sick leave: 12 days/year, accumulative
- Personal days: 2–3 days/year based on years of service
- 14 paid holidays + 3 floating holidays
- Bereavement leave
Pay
Starting salary is $18.10/hour, with a guaranteed $1.25/hour increase effective July 1, 2027.
Schedule
Full-time, 12-month position (40 hours per week) Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (30-minute duty-free lunch). Optional summer schedule: four 10-hour workdays (June – August).
To apply: Complete the online application under the Human Resources section at www.berkscareer.com. Please reference Job ID #485. Application deadline: on or before Thursday, September 17, 2026, or until the position is filled.