- High school diploma or equivalent work experience
- Demonstration of good interpersonal and communication skills in reading, writing, and receiving oral instructions in English
- Demonstration of customer service with emphasis on positive attitude
- Capable of learning how to operate equipment and practicing current cleaning methods
- Ability to work flexible hours, such as overtime, to meet the needs of University operations
- Moderate physical fitness — as a custodian, you must possess the following:
- physical agility, full range of motion, and ability to maintain balance
- the ability to stand or walk 2–4 hours at one time for a total of 6–8 hours per day
- the ability to lift or carry up to 10 pounds frequently (33–66% of the workday)
- the ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds in a range of motion from floor to overhead occasionally (up to 33% of the workday)
- the ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds occasionally (up to 33% of the workday)
- the ability to push or pull using force up to 10 pounds constantly (over 66% of the workday)
- the ability to push or pull using force up to 60 pounds occasionally (up to 33% of the workday)
- the ability to use arms and hands for simple grasping, pushing, or pulling frequently (33–66% of the workday)
- the ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb, and reach or lift overhead occasionally (up to 33% of the work day)
- the ability to climb stairs or ladders, shovel snow, work at heights, and work outdoors in a variety of environmental conditions
Work Schedule
A standard shift is Monday–Friday, however, weekend shifts are also available with different days off during the week. Please indicate in the application process your preferred shift and we will do our best to accommodate your preference.
Open positions may include one of the following: 4:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m., 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., 10:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m., 4:00 p.m.–midnight, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. (The 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. shift begins Sunday evening and ends Friday morning.)
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS