What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian (2 positions available) position at Hofstra University?
Position Details
Position Information
About Hofstra
Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it’s a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus! Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
Position Title
Custodian (2 positions available)
Position Number
896702, 898777
Position Category
Plant and Facilities
School/Division
Facilities and Operations
Department
Facilities and Operations, Campus Operations
Full-Time or Part-Time
Full-Time
Description
Reporting to the Associate Director of Custodial Services, the Custodian performs custodial and set up duties in accordance with Hofstra University standards and procedures. Hours are Monday through Friday from 4am to 12pm. Hours and area assignment may be seasonally adjusted. Works overtime as required by the CBA for events, project work, snowstorms, maintenance, and campus emergencies.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Sweeps, mops, and scrubs floors, stairs, and other surfaces inside and outside buildings.
- Uses light and heavy (commercial type) floor machines and attachments.
- Scrubs, strips, waxes, and polishes floors using heavy (industrial type) powered scrubbers and buffers.
- Vacuums rugs in offices and public areas. Shampoos rugs periodically using heavy vacuum cleaner and rug shampooing machine.
- Cleans and dusts furniture, exhibit cases, pictures, door trim, and whiteboards.
- Polices outer building entranceways for litter.
- Washes windowsills and all interior and ground level exterior glass as required.
- Washes and/or cleans interior wall spaces, working on a 6’ ladder as required.
- Replaces lights utilizing a 6’ ladder.
- Cleans, sanitizes, and polices lavatories, toilet rooms, showers, and rest rooms.
- Performs Blood-Borne Pathogen cleanups as required.
- Collects and places trash and debris in containers or plastic bags, places trash in outdoor collection area for removal. May be required to pick-up, lift, and empty containers into dumpsters that are 4 1/2 feet above ground level.
- Replaces liners in wastebaskets and trash containers.
- Moves heavy furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment as directed or required.
- Reads reports, diagrams, and performs equipment and furniture set-ups/breakdowns.
- Reports building items that need repair (doors, door checks, furniture, lights, faucets, etc.).
- Polices entranceways to building for trash. Sweeps or shovels snow from steps and walks at building entrances.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum three years of commercial custodial experience required.
- Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
- Must possess the ability to repeatedly bend, stoop, and lift at least 50 pounds.
- Work overtime as business needs require for events, projects, snowstorms, and campus emergencies.
- Must be able to communicate in English and interact effectively with a broad range of co-workers, staff, students, and visitors.
- Ability to read and understand work orders, R25 reports and set-up diagrams, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and other work-related documents.
- Requires good knowledge of cleaning and safety procedures.
- Experience working with a wide range of commercial custodial equipment.
- Must possess the ability to work independently without close supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions
Deadline
Open Until Filled
Date Posted
04/30/2025
EEO Statement
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
Salary/Salary Range
$36.58 - $36.98 per hour
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
- Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.
Salary : $37 - $37
