Waste & Recycling : Rubbish and recycling removal.
Empty rubbish and recycling containers and transport materials for
consolidation. Clean bins, re-line containers, and replace signage
as needed.
Safety & Security : Comply with security and safety
guidelines. maintain security of assigned areas, observe safety
rules and regulations, and report defective or unsafe conditions to
the supervisor. Maintain clean workspace, storage locations and
supply inventory. Exercise sound judgement when using equipment,
two-way radios and chemicals, and must follow and use approved
safety standards and precautions as well as proper use of chemicals
and cleaning products
Emergency Response: P rovide department emergency
response services, i.e. water removal, when necessary or conditions
warrant, or when “called in” for emergency situations or inclement
weather. Work overtime as necessary or periodically required, and
have flexibility in shift hours.
Furniture movement . Move furniture as needed or
requested, within or between college facilities. Re- arrange
furnishings as needed to maintain aesthetics and utilization.
Event Support: Support campus event setups, breakdowns
and other logistics for summer programs, special events and other
campus events such as Commencement & student
move-in/move-out.
Service & Support: Respond to all work order and
service requests and complaints in a professional, courteous and
timely manner.
Other Duties Performs all other duties and
responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This
may include attendance of and participation in required training
for role.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written
instructions.
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal
supervision to meet required deadlines.
- Ability to work independently, resolve problems and function as
a member of a team.
- Ability to lift and move heavy furniture and operate bulky and
heavy equipment.
- Physically capable of lifting 40 -50 lbs.
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedure.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous custodial and customer service experience.
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
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 anticipated hiring or recruitment hourly rate for this
position is $18/hr. Hours worked outside of first shift hours do
qualify for a shift differential.
Physical Demands
- Stamina & Mobility: Continuous standing, walking, bending,
stooping, and kneeling for the duration of an 8.5-hour shift to
clean large areas like the gym floor, balconies, locker rooms, and
staircases.
- Heavy Lifting & Carrying: The ability to lift, push, pull,
and carry heavy loads (typically up to 75 lbs). This includes
moving heavy trash receptacles, handling bulk pool chemicals or CO2
canisters, and lifting event tables and chairs.
- Repetitive Motions: Frequent repetitive arm and hand movements
required for sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, polishing stainless
steel, wiping benches, and scrubbing the pool deck.
- Climbing & Reaching: Routinely climbing stairs (such as the
rear staircase and bleachers), ascending ladders to change light
bulbs, and reaching overhead to dust fixtures or wash high
glass.
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:
10/14/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Contact(s):
Office of Human Resources
Contact Phone/Extension:
508-286-8206
Contact Email:
careers@wheatoncollege.edu
References
Supplemental Questions
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Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
- List of References
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
