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Custodian

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Apr 19, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Custodian
Job Category	AFSCME Local 888
Department	Housing & Residence Life - Nwk
Overview	Rutgers University - Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Custodian - Housing. Under the direction of the Area Operations Manager and or Group Leader the individual assigned to this work area is responsible for but not limited to the following: The employee will perform a wide variety of routine custodial duties required to maintain buildings and grounds in the Housing & Dining Facilities area, in a clean and habitable condition.
Posting Summary	Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Custodian. Under the direction of the Area Operations Manager and or Group Leader the individual assigned to this work area is responsible for performing all custodial duties necessary to maintain the area in a clean and habitable condition. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Cleans, dusts, strips, scrubs, waxes, and buff floors, rooms, toilets, offices, and all interiors of buildings; replenishes linen inventory. Maintains perimeter of outside buildings, i.e. policing grounds removing trash, leaves etc. Inspects the interior and exterior of buildings for custodial and general physical security, checks lighting, and replaces light bulbs as needed. Detects faulty operation of custodial equipment and building systems and reports questionable conditions to supervisor.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	08
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	32571.860
Annual Mid Range Salary	35763.000
Annual Maximum Salary	41046.260
Standard Hours	40.00
Union Description	AFSCME - Local 888
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	No experience required. Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Two years experience in custodial work; Ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish as commensurate with job duties; Lift and carry up to 50 pounds; Requires a valid driver's license an,d two years of driving experience, and the successful completion of the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
Preferred Qualifications	Previous experience working in a residence hall environment is preferred; Will be required to work normal and other then normal work hours on weekends and mandatory overtime as considered essential personnel; Bilingual preferred.
Equipment Utilized	Power tools; hand tools, visual inspection equipment, custodial machinery, motorized equipment, computer systems applications.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Standing, walking, and sitting for sustained periods of time, working sometimes in inclement weather; Exerting up to 50lbs of force, occasionally loading and unloading equipment and or supplies.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0537
Posting Open Date	03/20/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	Notice to AFSCME Local 888 union members ONLY: To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday 03/31/2025. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are welcome.
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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