Job Description:
TITLE: Cleaner
UNIT: OSU
CLASS: Labor
SALARY: $35,856. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
SHIFT: Full-Time, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM (May require weekends and holidays)
As a Cleaner at SUNY Oneonta, you'll do more than clean buildings. You'll help create a safe, welcoming environment for students, employees, and visitors while enjoying a physically active workday that keeps you moving and engaged. This role offers independence in your daily responsibilities, support from experienced supervisors, and the satisfaction of seeing the results of your work each day.
For many employees, this position is also a first step toward a long-term career. Cleaner positions can provide a foot in the door to opportunities within SUNY and New York State, including advancement into facilities operations and skilled trades such as HVAC, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing & Steamfitting, Painting, and Grounds (see Growth Opportunities below).
Duties may include but are not limited to:
- Sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and cleaning restrooms.
- Collecting trash, moving furniture, and making minor repairs.
- Performing building and grounds tasks such as snow and ice removal.
- Safely and properly using various equipment and cleaning products.
- Following oral and written instructions effectively.
- Working in a thorough, dependable, and efficient manner.
- Occasionally working outdoors in inclement weather.
- Responding to emergency custodial requests as needed.
- Performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs in and around facilities and grounds.
- Working nights, weekends, and on holidays as needed.
Benefits
This position is a New York State Civil Service title and offers:
- Potential for promotional and transfer opportunities within SUNY and across New York State agencies.
- Participation in the NYS Employees' Retirement System (NYSLRS).
- Short waiting period for health insurance coverage.
- Dental and vision coverage at no cost.
- Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick leave.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Overtime and holiday pay when applicable.
- Summer schedule adjustments that provide additional daytime hours to enjoy the season and support work-life balance.
More information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits .
Growth Opportunities
SUNY Oneonta partners with New York State and the CSEA Partnership to provide employees with opportunities to develop new skills and pursue career advancement.
Through the Applied Skilled Trades Program (ASTP) and other professional development programs, employees may have opportunities to explore career paths in:
- HVAC
- Carpentry
- Electrical
- Plumbing & Steamfitting
- Painting
- Grounds
- Masonry & Plastering
Additional opportunities include:
- Professional development and leadership training
- Microsoft Office and technology courses
- Business writing and communication training
- Seasonal assignments and hands-on learning experiences
- Promotional and transfer opportunities throughout SUNY and New York State
To learn more about the ASTP program, certificates, and other online programs please visit https://nyscseapartnership.org/applied-skilled-trades-program and https://nyscseapartnership.org/ .
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to perform physically demanding labor including, but not limited to, lifting heavy objects up to fifty pounds, standing, bending, walking, climbing, reaching, and repetitive motions.
- Must be able to work safely and efficiently in an environment containing caustic chemicals and cleaning materials, as well as dust and noise.
- Ability to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with cleaning equipment and chemicals.
- Experience with waste handling.
- Experience with basic hand tools.
- Experience working with and serving diverse populations.
Additional Information:
SUNY Oneonta is a public university in central New York, enrolling about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.
The University is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the top 20 picturesque small towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The University's indeed.com rating is 4.4 with one recent review noting that it's the people that make SUNY Oneonta so special.
SUNY Oneonta values a diverse college community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity . Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.
Application Instructions:
To apply go online to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=206026 . A resume is optional; however, professional references are required. To be considered for employment, you must provide at least two professional references.
A professional reference is someone who can speak to your ability to perform your work. Examples include a current or former supervisor, co-worker, teacher, professor, or client.
If you have any questions or concerns about your application and how to apply, you can reach out to us by emailing: employmentopps@oneonta.edu or calling +1 (607) 436-2518.
For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment .
