Custodial Care Position
Days Worked (Check all that apply) : Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri
Position Purpose : The incumbent performs routine manual work in the custodial care of the campus buildings and furnishings, including cleaning and clearing of building entrance walkways. This position is considered an essential personnel position.
Description of Duties :
- Cleans, waxes and polishes floors, lavatories, commodes and showers, following established methods and procedures using appropriate equipment and cleaning materials.
- Dusts and polishes furniture, woodwork and brass fixtures.
- Replaces light bulbs and makes simple repairs to furnishings and equipment.
- Removes trash, shovels snow and sweeps sidewalks at building entrances.
- Moves furniture to clean and to accommodate special furniture arrangements for specific events, as instructed.
- Identifies supplies needed and informs Custodial Worker 2 so that they can be ordered and delivered from central supply.
- Participates in education and training courses as requested.
- Practices safety measures to prevent accidents and injuries, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Locks and unlocks rooms and / or buildings, as necessary.
- Collects trash from trash containers, separates materials for recycling, and removes trash from buildings.
- Informs Custodial Worker II of building, equipment, and furnishings needing repair and / or maintenance.
- Completes Custodial Work orders daily by writing additional duties performed on orders and checking listed items when work has been completed. Completed work orders are to be turned in to Custodial Worker II for transmittal to Custodial Services office weekly.
- May drive University vehicles to assist in moving furniture or supplies and / or run errands, as requested.
Decision Making - N / A
Fiscal Responsibility - N / A
Supervisory Responsibility - N / A
Minimum Requirements Profile :
Must possess a valid PA driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications :
Minimum of three (3) months of related custodial experience.
Applicant Rating Criteria Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to learn the operation and care of vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, polishing machines and other custodial equipment.Ability to learn and practice the materials, methods and procedures used in cleaning operations.Ability to climb and safely use a 10' ladder.Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with a diverse group of people.Working Conditions :
Works inside and outside with adequate equipment, but is subject to weather temperature changes and physical exertion in lifting, moving and operating equipment.
Essential Functions :
Sitting 10%; Walking 40%; Standing 40%; Squatting 5%, Bending 5%Working indoors 95% and Outdoors (for errands) 5%Frequent lifting of objects weighing less than 10 poundsOccasional lifting of objects weighing 25 pounds or greaterOccasional pushing / pulling objects weighing 25 pounds or greaterFrequent reaching for objects at, above and below shoulderFrequent twisting at waist, and stretching to reach objectsOccasional fine manipulation with handsFrequent simple grasping; occasional power graspingBasic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)Reading skills including understanding written direction.Writing skills in preparing and organizing documentsSensory skills, i.e. visual, hearing, and speakingKeyboard skillsHow to apply :
Interested and qualified candidates, please click on "Apply Now," then continue to the PA CareerLink provided link for Commonwealth University's careers page. You are required to complete Commonwealth University's online application process. For full consideration, applications must be received by December 14, 2025.