Cleaners - Full-Time - SUNY Oneonta : Job Details

Location: Oneonta, NY Category: Maintenance, Clerical and Other Posted On: Wed Nov 13 2024 Job Description:SUNY Oneonta invites applications for full-time Cleaners in the Custodial Department, a department within the Maintenance Operations Center.Cleaning on SUNY Oneonta's beautiful campus can be rewarding work. While you will have a lot of independence, we have experienced supervisors available to support you. And, since cleaning is a physical job, you'll get a good workout too!As a Cleaner, you will perform building and custodial tasks including, but not limited to, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, cleaning restrooms, collecting trash, moving furniture, and making minor repairs, as well as building and grounds tasks such as snow and ice removal.Expectations include: the safe and proper use of various equipment and products; ability and willingness to follow oral and written instructions and communications; work in a thorough and dependable manner; occasionally work in inclement weather, respond to emergency requests for custodial assistance; and perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs in and around facilities and grounds.Salary: $33,313Shift: 10pm-6:30amOutstanding benefits:Short waiting period for health benefits to become effectiveDental and vision at no costEligible for 13 Holidays per yearEarn vacation, personal, and sick timeClick here ( for more benefit detailsJob Requirements:Required qualifications:Ability to perform physically demanding labor including, but not limited to, lifting heavy objects up to fifty pounds, standing, bending, walking, climbing, reaching, and repetitive motionsMust be able to work safely and efficiently in an environment containing caustic chemicals and cleaning materials, as well as dust and noiseAbility to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions.Working nights, weekends, and on holidays will be required.Preferred:High school diploma or equivalentExperience working with cleaning equipment and chemicalsExperience with waste handlingExperience with basic hand toolsExperience working with and serving diverse populations.Join our team and make your mark - send us your resume today!With seniority comes additional potential opportunities. In the summer season, the custodial staff may have the chance to explore and acquire valuable skills by temporarily transitioning to different departments. This could involve collaborating with the grounds crew to contribute to the campus's picturesque landscaping, discovering a potential interest in electrical work, or delving into the HVAC trade if that aligns with your preferences. These summer opportunities could lend you the experience to expand your career opportunities at SUNY Oneonta!Additional Information:SUNY Oneonta is a public university in central New York, enrolling about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.The University is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the top 20 picturesque small towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The University's indeed.com rating is 4.4 with one recent review noting that it's the people that make SUNY Oneonta so special.Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) ###-#### or via email at [email protected] Oneonta values a diverse college community. Please visit our website on diversity at: Moreover, the University is an EqualOpportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation. - President Alberto Cardelle.