FT, Custodial - First Shift Campus and Building Services Worker, Residence Hall
Position Title FT, Custodial - First Shift Campus and Building Services Worker, Residence Hall, Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm
Position Type Staff Employee Group Staff Time Status Full-Time Time Category Full Time (1560-2080 hours) Annual Hours 2080 # of Months 12 Hours Per Week 40 Work Dates Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm Occasional Saturday, @ 8 per year Campus Main Campus (Grantham)
Position Summary
Experienced custodial position dedicated to building maintenance and cleaning. In addition, this position is occasionally responsible for the set-up and tear-down of special events, classroom set up, and event support. This position may also supervise a team of work study students.
Education Required
High School or equivalent
Experience Required
None
Skills, Characteristics, Required
* Ability to read and follow directions
* Ability to clean and maintain areas as directed
* Ability to communicate effectively with others
* Ability to demonstrate respect for others and act as a role-model to students
* Basic computer proficiency including the use of campus e-mail system and software programs used to perform job
Special Working Conditions
Must be able to lift 50lbs, stoop, kneel and stretch as demanded by cleaning/event set-up tasks. Position is scheduled in shifts which may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Essential Duties
* Identify and perform daily, periodic and project cleaning/ basic maintenance tasks in assigned areas. Ensure the best possible level of cleanliness.
* Perform set-up/tear-down of classes, special events, and conference accommodations as needed. This may include moving furniture and equipment. Collab. with other shifts/departments if applicable.
* When designated as work study student supervisor: (a) train student employees; (b) monitor and inspect work of student employees; (c) process student time sheets; and (d) evaluate student employees.
* Maintain equipment as requested, including maintaining data, repair requests, etc. Communicate concerns related to equipment/facilities immediately.
* Provide building security by locking and unlocking doors and assisting evacuees during fire alarms.
* Maintain entries in the Event Description Book as requested.
* Move furniture and equipment as needed. Collaborate with other shifts/departments as needed.
* Respond, or coordinate response, to clients’ questions and concerns regarding assigned building. Ensure highest level of customer service.
* Maintain consistent and reliable attendance
Secondary Duties
* Provide cleaning coverage for absent employees as requested.
* Oversee a Student Employee Crew if the Student Supervisor is absent.
* Assist in the set up and tear down of special events, classroom setup, and event support, as needed.
* Other duties as assigned.
Posting Date
09/08/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Application Deadline Diversity
Diversity Statement
Messiah University’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence draws inspiration from its mission “to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.” Candidates should clearly articulate why diversity and inclusive excellence matter to them as persons of faith as well as in their profession. Candidates will speak to how as a potential employee, they will contribute to the advancement of this vision through their teaching-learning, research, institutional service, and public engagement.
Application Process
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