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Vassar College

Location: PoughkeepsieNY 12604 Document ID: AC073-3QP6 Posted on: 2018-03-0603/06/2018 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2018-04-05
 

Janitor



Vassar College

Janitor


Department: Facilities Operations

Duration of Position: Full year / Full time

Position Type: Service

Posting Date:

Posting Removal Date:

Posting Number: 1001366

About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference. Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.

Position Summary and Responsibilities The Janitor maintains the cleanliness levels in campus facilities providing an environment that is conducive to teaching, learning and living; and supports college programming by performing numerous event set-ups, break downs and moves.
  • Performs general cleaning including but not limited to restrooms, bathrooms, public spaces, classrooms, offices and locker/shower rooms. Student rooms are cleaned annually.
  • Performs floor care tasks including but not limited to vacuuming, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing and carpet shampooing; and performs operator maintenance on equipment.
  • Uses light and heavy commercial type floor machines and attachments.
  • Performs set-ups and break downs for college events.
  • Moves heavy furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as requested.
  • Collects trash and recyclable material.
  • Shovels snow from steps and walks at building entrances, including days when the College is closed due to inclement weather.
  • Changes light bulbs, except specialized conditions.
  • Inspects fire extinguishers monthly.
  • Overtime, including responding to after-hour and weekend emergencies, is assigned according to seniority guidelines.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday off

Qualifications
One (1) year experience in the maintenance and care of facilities in a similar environment is preferred. Ability to lift objects up to 75 pounds is required. Ability to work on ladders and use a Genie lift is required. Must possess and maintain a valid New York Driver's License. Ability to communicate effectively in English, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing is required. Willingness to work overtime as available. Overtime is assigned according to seniority guidelines.

Required Applicant Documents
Contact Information for 3 References

Optional Applicant Documents
Resume
Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicants
You are required to attach the names and contact information of 3 references who have directly supervised your work (no relatives, friends, or co-workers, please). You are encouraged to attach a resume and/or cover letter (Word or PDF format). Application should include a complete work history. Be sure to include any relevant work experience. Position will remain open until filled.

For full consideration applicants should apply by:


Anticipated Start Date:


Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):


To Apply
All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu.

Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference. Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.



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