Custodian

Work Location: On campus position.

About the Position
The Housekeeping Division is responsible for the cleaning of all administrative, academic, and residential buildings. The housekeeping staff also maintains common areas, i.e., stairways, hallways, and restrooms, bathroom facilities of the dormitories, and the entryways of faculty apartment buildings.

Primary Responsibilities

• Routine cleaning of Residence Halls, Labs, Classrooms, and Offices, including dusting, vacuuming, and emptying trash
• Detailed cleaning of laboratories, to include showers, toilets, sinks, mirrors and all other flat surfaces
• Corridor cleaning, including walls, carpets, tiles, lights, ceilings, and all other flat surfaces
• Building entrance cleaning, including outside steps, plaza, and walk-off mats
• Cleaning of stair wells, dusting, sweeping, and mopping
• Operating power equipment, vacuums, scrubbers, burnishes, extractors, shampoo machines, and riding equipment in a safe manner
• Periodic project cleaning as prescribed by the supervisor of housekeeping
• Removal of trash and recycling materials from buildings
• Properly maintaining all equipment in the department to ensure safety and cleanliness
• Reporting all equipment malfunctions to supervisor
• Removing snow from all building steps, walkways, and ramps
• Providing event support, set up of chairs, tables, and other materials
• Performing floor and carpet care to include top scrubbing, burnishing, stripping, refinishing, extracting and shampooing
• Assisting with moving furniture and equipment as needed

Line of Report: The Custodian position reports to Manager of Housekeeping Services.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent (e.g., GED)

Professional Competencies

• Knowledge of floor care and use of floor care equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Higher Education, or Healthcare as a Custodian
• Two or more years of housekeeping experience

We are aware that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification in the job description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career trajectory, such as having skills and abilities gained outside a classroom context, or an equivalent skill set. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

Special Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain PA Act 12 background checks
• Possession of a valid U.S. Drivers’ License and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record check
• This position is considered essential personnel, and the employee will be required to be on campus to provide services that relate directly to the health, safety, and welfare of the College; ensure continuity of key operations; and maintain and protect College’s properties

To Apply: Interested applicants are invited to submit an application, to include a cover letter and resume by visiting https://haverford.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Haverford-Campus/Custodian_R627. The application deadline is December 4, 2024. Application review will begin after the deadline has passed. Please email recruiting [at] haverford.edu with questions about submitting your materials. Should the search committee be interested in pursuing your candidacy, you will hear from them directly. Finalists will be asked to provide three professional references.

Haverford College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Women, non-binary and transgender individuals, people of color, Indigenous people, and those with other or multiple historically marginalized and/or underrepresented identities are especially encouraged to apply. Haverford College and our consortial partners are located on Lenape lands.