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AMHERST - Custodian Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Custodian position. The Custodian is a full-time, year-round position, starting at \$18.97 per hour. Given Amherst\'s distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community. The Custodian supports the efforts of Custodial Services to maintain safe, clean, orderly, and sanitary conditions throughout the campus community. Work schedule: The position is designated as providing essential services and may be required to report to work, or remain on duty even when the College is closed. Our work is central to student life and their needs occur at a variety of times throughout the day, week, and year and in such, a flexible schedule with extended shift times may be required. The work schedule may vary and corresponds to the College\'s operational needs, but generally is Monday through Friday. Summary of Responsibilities: Custodial Services Perform general custodial work required to maintain safe, clean, orderly, and sanitary conditions in buildings and their adjacent grounds in accordance with established work routines, cleaning methods and procedures Conduct room inventories using a tablet Effectively collaborate with a diverse set of colleagues, ensuring a respectful inclusive climate Projects Strip, screen, and refinish floors, extract carpets, wash walls, ceilings and glass, perform snow removal, support the campus-wide recycling program, as well as complete monthly work request forms, building inspections, and student damage reports Special Requests/General Maintenance Perform general maintenance duties, move furniture or custodial equipment, and assist Special Services as needed Qualifications: Required A valid driver\'s license and successful credentialing is required in order to operate college vehicles Basic math skills including adding and subtracting Basic computer skills Strong customer service, organizational, and time-management skills Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills including ability to follow written and verbal instructions Commitment to working with a diverse community, and to contributing to an inclusive environment for all Attention to detail An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test Preferred High School or Vocational Diploma, or equivalent 6 months of cleaning experience Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.