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Gannon University

Custodian

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Erie, PA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/22/2026

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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.

$35,662 / year median in Pennsylvania

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Custodian Position Summary:

The Custodian performs routine cleaning and housekeeping tasks in the upkeep of campus buildings or areas of assignment. Must be able to support and promote the University's Mission.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Empties trash containers and removes trash to disposal areas. 2. Cleans and dusts furniture, fixtures, shelving, cabinets, door and window trim, and related furnishings; waxes furniture. 3. Sweeps, mops, and waxes floors; vacuums and shampoos rugs, and carpets. 4. Washes and/or cleans pictures as well as windows and door glass. 5. Cleans restrooms/bathrooms; disinfects fixtures; replaces supplies. 6. Reports items that require repair and maintains stock of supplies. 7. Aids in moving furniture, supplies, and equipment between departments and throughout the campus. 8. May participate in setting up, arranging, and taking down furniture for special events. 10. May sweep or shovel snow from building entrances. 11.

When assigned to priest housing:

washes and dries dishes; cleans refrigerators, stoves, and kitchen areas; makes and changes bed linens; removes soiled laundry to the laundry facility; returns and puts away clean laundry. 12. Performs other duties as assigned within the scope and responsibility and requirements of the job. We offer a generous benefits package for full-time employees. Retirement Plan (403b) with 7.5% company match after one year of service Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid vacation time plus 15 paid holidays Wellness programs Tuition benefit for yourself and eligible dependents Professional Development Free gym

Access Required Qualifications:

Education:

A high school diploma/GED.

Experience:

One-to-two years of related experience

Skills:

Must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions; communicate and exchange routine information with coworkers, supervisors, or other personnel; read and comprehend work orders, right-to-know notices and product instructions; evaluate work conditions and operate cleaning equipment. Must be able to support and promote the University's Mission. Must have valid PA drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of cleaning solutions and practices is preferred.

Location:

Erie, Pa Employment Status:

Full Time Department:

Physical Plant, Custodial Division:

Finance and Campus Operations Subdivision:

Campus Services To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6449064 ""> https://gannon.peopleadmin.com/postings/14304 jeid-0106ea8675e3e54ab385e56599a08b24