Custodian - Temporary Floater
Wellesley College

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Job Posting Title
Custodian - Temporary Floater

Job Description Summary
Union

Job Description
Custodian - Temporary Floater
Reports to: Custodial Manager
Days/Work Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 4:00pm to 12:00am shift
(with a 30-minute paid lunch).
Days off: Sunday & Monday
Pay rate: $30.27 per hour (Plus 4% differential)

PRIMARY FUNCTION(S):

• Act as a custodial floater across the Wellesley College campus to be responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of building areas. Please note that the building assignments may change on a daily basis due to the department's coverage needs. Work under the direction of the Custodial Supervisor and Lead Custodian or Assistant Lead Custodian.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Open and secure buildings as needed.
• Remove daily trash - wash containers on a regular schedule.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks for recycling and events.
• Requisition and receive supplies.
• Vacuum hallways and common areas.
• Clean bathrooms, kitchenettes, scrub showers, tubs, mirrors and toilets.
• Wash inside windows and glass partitions.
• Ability to use power equipment and floor machines.
• Carpet cleaning.
• Knowledge of floor care (stripping and refinish work).
• Use chemicals properly.
• Set up for college events, replace light bulbs, call in maintenance repairs, and emergencies.
• Snow shoveling.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Be well organized and adaptable to change.
• Must work pleasantly with students and staff, with high regards to customer service.
• Position also requires a significant amount of walking and standing.
• Excellent communication skills are required, including both verbal and written presentational skills as well as good leadership qualities. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and understand the importance of customer service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:

• Must have High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Valid driving license required.
• Operate assigned equipment and vehicle.
• Minimum (3) three years of experience as a custodian in a higher education setting.
• Minimum (1) one year of experience preferred as a Combined Building Custodian.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Able to withstand long period of walking, standing, twisting and lifting.

Other:
All employees hired are strongly encouraged to be up to date with all vaccination and boosters against COVID-19.

Wellesley College offers a wide variety of benefits programs and resources to its employees!

• Competitive wages regularly scheduled wage increases.
• An excellent benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance.
• Free parking! Our beautiful campus is easily accessible from all major roadways.
• Paid vacations, personal days, sick time, and holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with contributions from the College after one year of employment.
• Continuing training and opportunities for promotion and growth.
• Tuition and education benefits.
• Free use of the athletic/fitness facilities, and opportunities to attend campus events.

Apply and take your first step towards joining the Wellesley College's team!

Worker Sub-Type
Union

Time Type
Full time

EEO Statement
At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas-the best solutions-draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members for the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish.

Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to the diversity of the college community and the curriculum . Wellesley College and all its subcontractors shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that Wellesley College and all of its subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.

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