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Boston University

CUSTODIAN, Facilities Management & Planning, Custodial Services

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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.

$39,875 / year median in Massachusetts

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

CUSTODIAN, Facilities Management & Planning, Custodial Services  Category Charles River Campus --> Custodial Job Location BOSTON, MA, United States Tracking Code 317286-509 Posted Date 9/14/2026 Salary Grade Grade 00 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Type Part-Time Boston University is looking for customer-service oriented Custodians who are looking for opportunities to grow within a prestigious University, while making an impactful contribution to the BU community! This is a union represented position, and is eligible for benefits, including health, dental, and retirement.
Duties:
Perform a wide variety of general cleaning duties. Sweep, dust, vacuum, clean and maintain floors. Clean bathrooms and showers. Remove trash from buildings. Change light bulbs. Set up and remove tables, chairs, furniture and other items for projects and events. Perform snow and ice removal, shovel and use snow removal equipment. Follow safety precautions and department policies. Required Skills Please attach a resume to be considered.
Minimum requirements:
Ability to communicate effectively in English. Use chemicals and equipment necessary to perform custodial duties. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to climb ladders for cleaning and changing light bulbs. Ability to work independently or in a group. Assist with snow removal. Stairs and ladders.
Preferred requirements:
Experience operating ice-making machinery as needed. Experience snow shoveling or operating snow blowers and other snow/ice removal equipment as needed. Experience maintaining all floor surfaces, including wood, tile, vct, carpet, etc. using all appropriate custodial equipment. Background Screening for Facility Candidates Individuals seeking employment with BU may be subject to the following suitability requirements. Failure to meet any of these requirements may result in ineligibility for employment:
Criminal Background Check:
To be completed in accordance with BU Public Safety guidelines and all federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Basic Background Check:
Includes, but is not limited to, verification of: Social Security Number; Past employment; Licenses and credentials, if applicable Sexual Offender Registry Information (SORI) check;
Medical Clearance Process:
Medical Clearance Process:
includes Occupational Health evaluation and immunization/titer level review. Must be eligible to receive required vaccinations as needed
References:
We require 2-3 professional references (no friends or family) with at least 1 previous supervisor. Continued employment/ affiliation is contingent upon strict adherence, at all times, to all applicable safety and security rules, procedures, and protocols, as well as required training regimens. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance