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Shippensburg University Custodial Worker 1 (M-F 3pm-11pm) in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Join a vibrant and purpose-driven community at Shippensburg University, located in the scenic Cumberland Valley and spread across a beautiful 210-acre campus with over 40 buildings. We offer a dynamic academic environment with 45 undergraduates, 22 graduate, and 2 doctoral programs. At Shippensburg, our mission is more than words---we are committed to inclusive collaboration, fostering a strong sense of belonging, and celebrating the achievements that drive positive change in our communities. Be part of a team that values innovation, impact, and shared success
Shippensburg University offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees!
- Effective first day of employment: low-cost medical insurance plus free dental, vision, hearing, and prescription coverage.
- Choose from two generous retirement plans: Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP): 5% employee contribution, 9.29% employer contribution, Immediate vesting.
- State Employees' Retirement System (SERS): 8.25% employee contribution, 2.25% employer contribution + pension calculation, 10-year vesting requirement.
- 100% tuition waivers for you and your eligible dependents upon completion of probationary period!
- Generous paid time off, employer-paid life insurance, and so much more!
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Shippensburg University is seeking reliable and motivated individuals for the position of Custodial Worker I within the Custodial Services Department. This role is essential to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across campus facilities, including academic buildings, administrative offices, residence halls, and athletic spaces.
The Custodial Worker I is responsible for performing a wide range of custodial and housekeeping duties in an assigned area of the ity. This position ensures that departmental cleaning standards, policies, and procedures are consistently followed while supporting the overall cleanliness and sanitation of campus facilities.
This is a designated essential position, requiring employees to report to work during campus delays, closures, or emergency situations. Weekend rotational schedules may be required to maintain operational coverage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine and detailed general custodial duties to maintain cleanliness and sanitation of university facilities including:
- Cleaning furniture, fixtures, lavatories, stairways, windows, carpets, and drinking fountains
- Trash removal and floor care (mopping, vacuuming)
- Cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, locker rooms, and shower areas
- Participate in seasonal deep cleaning (fall and spring housecleaning)
- Operate and inspect manual and powered custodial equipment in safe manner
- Monitor and report maintenance issues or needed repairs in buildings and furniture
- Maintain custodial closets, supplies and equipment rooms; request supplies as needed
- Follow all safety protocols and participate in training programs
- Provide support during emergencies and scheduled campus events
- Assist with event setup, coverage and cleanup as needed
- Respond appropriately to urgent or emergency cleaning situations
- Deliver excellent customer service; respond to complaints and service needs with appropriate measure of courtesy and service.
The full job description will be provided at the time of the scheduled interview