Job Summary: Generally responsible for cleaning of all buildings and common areas of the campus

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans and maintains cleanliness of all areas used by College community
• Collects and disposes of trash and debris
• Utilizes chemicals and equipment in a sensible manner
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Housekeeping Supervisor, Crew Coordinator or Senior Director of Facilities.

DUTIES:

• Sweeps, mops and scrubs floors, stairs and other surfaces
• Cleans, services and restocks lavatories
• Collects trash and debris and places in designated collection area for removal by Waste Collector
• Replaces liners in wastebaskets and trash containers
• Cleans stoves, microwaves and refrigerators as directed
• Cleans or dusts glass and other exposed surfaces including walls, window sills, cases, phone booths, door trim, chalkboards and furniture
• Sweeps porches, steps and sidewalks to clear debris and snowfall and applies ice melt as required
• Reports all hazardous conditions to the appropriate supervisor especially as it relates to snow removal
• Reports items in need of repair to the appropriate supervisor
• Maintains equipment in clean, usable condition
• Uses cleaning chemicals in a responsible manner
• Ensures chemicals are safely and properly stored after each use and that correct labels are applied
• Moves furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as directed
• Maintains floor finishes
• In emergency situation, may be directed to clean up spills, floods and other related items
• All other duties related to custodial work as assigned

The estimated wage is $15.20 per hour for 40 hours per week for 52 weeks.

• At least 1 year experience in housekeeping/janitorial services, preferably in a residence or similar environment
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
• Must be able to push and lift a maximum of 20 lbs
• Must be able to read instructions and safety rules, write sentences, communicate verbally and follow instructions
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide
Must be able to walk, stoop, bend, crouch, sit, kneel, climb, reach and crawlAdditional Information:

RSC offers a dynamic college environment and friendly work atmosphere along with opportunities for tuition waiver, employer matched retirement plan for eligible employees and many other benefits. For complete employee benefit information, please visit our Employee Benefits page. Visit our Employment Opportunities page for additional available job openings at RSC.

Russell Sage College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, criminal history, and any other legally protected characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Russell Sage College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity.

Russell Sage College embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential components of a rich intellectual and cultural environment in which all members are given the opportunity to reach their full potential as active participants in our local and global society. Russell Sage College is committed to developing policies and programs to create a campus that supports an optimal learning and working environment for all students, alumnae/i, faculty, administrators, and staff. Please take a look at more information about the diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at Russell Sage College.

• Applications accepted until position is filled.
• Reports to: Housekeeping Supervisor

COVID-19 vaccination is not required, but suggested.