Custodian/maintenance

Company Overview

Monroe University, serving more than 9,000 students, is a leader in urban and international higher education. Founded in 1933, Monroe University is a nationally ranked private institution of higher education with a real-world learning approach that emphasizes hands-on academic experiences, practical and relevant academic programs, flexible learning schedules, contemporary instructional technologies, and committed and engaged faculty to ensure that students are well positioned for career success and further education upon graduation.

Monroe University offers Certificate, Associate, Bachelor's, and Master's degree programs. It has campuses in the Bronx, New Rochelle, and the Caribbean nation of St. Lucia, with programs offered through its Schools of Criminal Justice, Information Technology, Nursing, Education, Business & Accounting, Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts, and Allied Health Professions, as well as through its general education and continuing education offerings.

We are looking for both day shift and evening shift.

Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Worker may be responsible for any or all of the following tasks.

Other duties may be assigned.

- Clean restrooms and replenish supplies including cleaning and disinfecting sinks, countertops, toilets, mirrors, floors, walls, partitions, etc. polishes fixtures and fittings.

- Operate vacuum cleaners, strippers, buffers and mop wringers; use mops, brooms, brushes, soap, cleaning fluids, floor wax and other materials related to building cleaning.

- Pick up and empty waste receptacles and transports waste to disposal area.

- Dusts furniture, equipment, etc.

- Clean sidewalks with street cleaning machines and equipment.

- Remove snow and ice from sidewalks using shovels and snow blowers and spread snow melting chemicals. Must work even if school is closed to ensure safe sidewalk passage.

- Replace light bulbs

- Move furniture, equipment and supplies either manually or by using hand trucks.

- Cut grass using power mower.

- Perform painting with brushes and rollers.

- Set up and arrange rooms for events including moving furniture, chairs and equipment.

- Transport and deliver supplies between buildings.

- Use power washer to clean sidewalks.

- Use of hand tools and power equipment necessary to perform various building maintenance and repair tasks.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

• One to three years’ experience in maintenance related area
• Ability to speak and comprehend English.

Physical Demands

Frequently required to stand; walk; climb stairs and ladders

• Must be able to use hands and fingers, handle, and reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl
• Work in confined spaces
• Employee is occasionally required to sit
• Employee must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds. Items over 50 pounds may have to be pushed, pulled or lifted with assistance of co-workers or use of mechanical aids.
• Employee must be able to work outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good customer service skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively with a team
• Ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort
• Basic knowledge of cleaning products or willingness to learn

****Please email resumes to [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person