The Cornell University campus is widely admired as one of the world’s most beautiful academic settings. The Division of Facilities and Campus Services (FCS) is committed to providing the highest quality service to faculty, students, staff, alumni, and visitors. With more than 260 major buildings enhancing the magnificent landscape of the Ithaca campus, approximately 1,000 highly talented and dedicated staff serve as stewards of the campus resources and operations.

All employees are accountable for supporting the organization’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity, in addition to supporting inclusive and sustainable practices in carrying out everyday responsibilities.

Position Summary:

The lead custodial position oversees the comprehensive custodial maintenance of assigned Cornell buildings and staff of 3-10 custodians. Oversight responsibilities may increase during times of critical need. The S04 Lead Custodian ensures that the buildings are open in time for usage. Performs minor and routine maintenance work on department equipment used in the area. Responsible for grounds care in the immediate vicinity of buildings assigned to ensure safe and sanitary conditions. Substitutes for the S06 Head Custodian in their absence as specified by the director. May be called upon by supervisor or director to respond to emergencies or custodial concerns after normal working hours, to include evenings and weekends. Periodically required to work overtime with special projects.

Areas of Responsibility Include:

Oversight of routine custodial maintenance and care of the buildings assigned, including furniture, rugs, and floor care.
Assists with ordering supplies and maintaining chemical and equipment inventories used for custodial work within the complex, as well as maintaining the linen inventory.
Assists custodial manager with key inventory and key security.
Assists with the evaluation, development, and training of each custodian in their assigned area (new employee training and ongoing training) and is responsible for the continuous informal inspection of their employees’ work areas.
Assists custodial manager in resolving interpersonal conflicts and customer complaints.
Assists with Quality Assurance Program to ensure level of cleanliness set by department and APPA standards.
Responsible for staff compliance with health and safety regulations. Ensures adherence to proper chemical use, equipment safety, and PPE requirements.

This is a union position within the United Auto Worker's bargaining unit (UAW). The rate of pay is $20.95/hour. At the end of the probationary period, employees will be required to pay union dues per Article 1 of the Agreement.

Ours is a values–based organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organization’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity. FCS employees are required to attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process.

We Require These Qualifications:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
2-3 years of significant custodial experience and proven expertise in effectively performing custodial work.
An excellent work attendance history.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and can assist the manager in conflict resolution.
Good math, reading, and writing skills.
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities while maintaining a consistent positive and supportive attitude.
Skills in assessing and scheduling appropriate work assignments, the ability to effectively train employees in departmental custodial protocol, and the use of power equipment for hard floor and carpet maintenance.
Manage sensitive and confidential information to maintain and ensure the privacy of all Cornell customers’ work, study, living, and research areas.
Ability to comprehend and maintain a high level of security in all campus facilities maintained.
Experience with supply and equipment inventory and the accounting thereof.
Safety conscious and in good physical condition with the ability to climb and work from an 8’ step ladder; able to work in a dusty environment using a variety of cleaning chemicals; able to lift and move 50 lbs.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license; may be required to operate a motor vehicle (your own vehicle or Cornell-owned) to travel to/from job sites.
May be required to obtain DOT certification.

Rewards and Benefits:

Cornell University provides excellent benefits that include professional development, access to many wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, health care options, and great retirement options. Cornell provides generous paid leave provisions as well, including 3 weeks of vacation, health leave, personal leave, and 13 paid holidays (including end-of-year winter break).

Cornell has also been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information, click here.

This is a full-time, non-academic staff, benefits-eligible opportunity located in Ithaca, New York.

Application Procedure:

When applying through our system, please remember to attach your application materials (Resume and Cover Letter) in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. In the Experience Section of your application, use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application. For a more detailed description and instructions on how to apply online, please click here as an external candidate. NOTE: Cornell employees must apply through the Internal Cornell Career site.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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University Job Title:

Custodian S04

Job Family:

United Auto Workers

Level:

S04

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

Refer to Union Pay Rates Link Below

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Contact Name:

Grace Dembia

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Prior relevant work or industry experience
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
Unique applicable skills
Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

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2024-07-30

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