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Connecticut College

Custodian

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What they do

A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.

$38,933 / year median in Connecticut

+13% projected growth

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Position Information Position Title Custodian Department Custodial Services -Group Pay Type Non Exempt Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time Hours Per Week 40 Number of weeks 52 weeks per year other - # of weeks 52 Benefits Eligible Full Benefits Geographical Regional Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No Work Schedule Job Description General Scope of Duties Perform custodial maintenance duties including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms, and assist with ice, snow and other debris removal activities.
General Duties and Responsibilities Priority Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Dust, sweep, mop and vacuum and strip and wax floors, stairways and corridors. Empty trash receptacles and bag trash for proper disposal. 2. Determine type of chemicals and equipment necessary for specific cleaning tasks 3. Clean restrooms and restock paper and soap supplies 4. Clean windows, walls, furniture and other items as assigned or as necessary 5. Properly lock and unlock doors for cleaning purposes; ensure all windows and doors are secured as appropriate when leaving
General Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Set up rooms for various functions using a work order for direction 2. Perform routine maintenance to custodial equipment and maintain/order supplies 3. Operate a service vehicle as required to perform duties 4. Available for call back and scheduled overtime, as required 5. Other duties as assigned or as necessary Education and Skills 1. Ability to lift/push/pull 50 pounds. 2. A combination of education and experience that provides a demonstrated knowledge of custodial duties 3. Ability to effectively and safely operate a variety of tools and equipment necessary to carry out assignments including buffers, carpet shampooer and various types of vacuums 4. Ability to communicate effectively, read work orders and understand safety procedures 5. Ability to safely use chemicals required for the job 6. Able to work independently with little direction 7. Well-organized, able to work under pressure 8. Ability to interact well with a variety of people from all areas of the college and community 9. Must possess a valid driver's license. Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands 1. Ability to lift/push/pull 50 pounds. Driving Required Yes Salary Range $21.06 Note Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate's experience, education, and the institution's pay structure to ensure internal equity. Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical. Posting Detail Information Open Date 08/18/2026 Applications accepted through Open Until Filled Yes