"3rd Shift Lead Custodian - Sunday to Thursday (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM)"

Job Details

Wheaton is a leading private, coeducational, liberal arts college of 1800 students located in Norton, MA and within easy commuting distance of Boston and Providence.

Posting Details

• Posting Number: 0601239
• Position Title: 3rd Shift Lead Custodian - Sunday to Thursday (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM)
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Staff Term: 12 Months
• Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates): Sunday to Thursday (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM)
• Position Type: Staff
• Department: Building Services

Job Summary/Basic Function

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES

• Perform work of custodian and set up schedules and assign work as required; fill in for absent or vacationing personnel in lead. (40%)
• Assist in the training of custodial personnel. (10%)
• Responsible for all equipment and materials used by custodian including making out monthly supply orders. (10%)
• Test new products and when appropriate, recommend changes. (5%)
• Keep abreast of all safety measures in the buildings assigned to lead. (10%)
• Monitor the quality of work in the assigned buildings and amongst the workers. (5%)
• Assist Custodial Supervisor in evaluations of custodial personnel. (5%)

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• (15%)
• Review and total weekly time cards.
• Issue job orders for repairs in the assigned buildings.
• May transport materials upon supervisor request.
• Perform related assignments as requested by the custodial supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be able to carry 75 pounds and transport trash
Must be able to read, write, & understand English

Preferred Qualifications

2 years lead or supervisor experience.
4-5 years custodial experience.

Compensation and Benefits

To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.

When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $20.00/hr.

Physical Demands

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The job involves all of the following in various degrees but is not limited to only these physical demands: carrying, standing, pulling, pushing, lifting, squatting, seeing, hearing, speaking, sitting, attendance, climbing, walking, kneeling, cleaning, reaching, crawling, twisting, writing and driving.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The job involves exposure to the following in various degrees but is not limited to only these environmental conditions: fumes, oil, dirt, hazards, gas, chemicals, heat/cold, toxins, noise.

ADA Statement

Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

EEO Statement

Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Posting Date

10/09/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Contact(s)

Office of Human Resources

Contact Phone/Extension

508-286-8206

Contact Email

careers@wheatoncollege.edu

Special Instructions to Candidates

The federal government and the state of Massachusetts have made the decision to end the COVID-19 public health emergency. Effective June 1, 2023, the college will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for members of our community. Rather, we strongly recommend that everyone stay up to date on their vaccinations, including boosters, as recommended by their health care provider.

While we will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations, we strongly encourage members of our campus community to adhere to public health recommendations for vaccination to protect against COVID-19, as well as influenza and other diseases.

Required Documents

1. List of References
2. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter