Kenyon College is conducting a search for a full-time custodian to perform a wide variety of tasks. Working independently or as a member of a team to maintain college buildings and facilities free of hazards and presenting a neat, clean appearance. Applicants must be able to work any shift, Monday thru Sunday. Starting wage is $13/hour with an increase to $17.40/hour after successfully completing a probationary period of 60 work days.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lift, carry and move materials, supplies, furniture in a safe and careful manner.
- Use various hand and/or power cleaning equipment such as: dust and scrub mops, vacuum cleaners, buffer/floor polishers and carpet shampoo/extractor equipment, use of a step ladder and snow removal equipment.
- Use various chemicals and cleaning products in a safe manner in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and material safety data sheets.
- The ability to clean toilet fixtures and showers.
- Perform various other tasks/duties as assigned by a supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to use powered cleaning equipment.
- Ability to read, comprehend and follow verbal and/or written instructions for work assignments.
- Ability to work independently or in a group with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work at heights on ladders to change bulbs and clean windows.
- Ability to lift, move and transport materials, supplies and equipment up to 50lbs.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Previous custodial experience preferred but not required for the right candidate.
Compensation and Benefits
In addition to competitive hourly rates, Kenyon College offers benefits for employees and their family members. Children of employees are eligible for 100% tuition waivers at Kenyon, and other colleges through the Great Lakes Colleges Assoc., children of employees are eligible for 90% tuition waivers at eighteen other of the nation’s finest liberal arts colleges.
We also offer comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, including provisions for a spouse, families and domestic partners, paid time off, and participation in the TIAA retirement pension with a very liberal Kenyon match. Details about benefits as well as conditions of employment are described more fully in our staff handbook at the Kenyon College website. Kenyon is a unique place to live and work.
Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer and applications from members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law. Kenyon College has a strong commitment to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion. Please visit our Diversity at Kenyon website.