Dartmouth College is hiring: Custodial Squad Leader - 3rd shift. in Hanover

Overview

Custodial Squad Leader - 3rd shift at Dartmouth College. Onsite position based in Hanover, NH.

Position Details

Posting date 09/15/2025

Closing date Open Until Filled

Position Number 0400800

Position Title Custodial Squad Leader - 3rd shift

Hiring Range Minimum and Maximum $24.04

Union Type SEIU

SEIU Level C

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule 3rd shift schedule; two consecutive days off

Location of Position Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. n/a

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose

Under general supervision from the Custodial Supervisor, leads, directs and works with a squad performing a wide variety of tasks: cleaning and unskilled building maintenance, event set ups, and animal and insect control, which includes medium to heavy lifting activities inside and outside a variety of the College’s facilities. Facilities may include office spaces, laboratories, eating facilities, public areas, auditoriums, etc. Implements recycling procedures.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience High School plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Two years’ experience related to custodial work.
• Demonstrated proven ability with leading staff and in effectively communicating and interacting with diverse customers and community.
• High school graduate.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to provide work directions and train others in the use of cleaning equipment and custodial work.
• Ability to operate and maintain heavy industrial cleaning equipment (vacuum cleaners, powered scrubber, buffer and carpet shampoo) and other hand operated tools.
• Knowledge of safe use of various chemical substances used for cleaning purposes and insect control.
• Familiarity or ability to learn different table/chair arrangements for event set-ups.
• Ability to work from ladders to change light bulbs, clean lighting fixtures, etc.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor, including lifting and carrying light to medium weight objects.
• Must be willing to work mandatory overtime shifts.
• Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing the work to which the training relates: Genie Lift; Asbestos Awareness; Hazard Communication; Blood Borne Pathogens
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Department Contacts

Recruitment Inquiries Campus Services HR

Phone 646-3323

Cover Letter and Title Director, Custodial Services

Background Check Employment is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include checks and verification of credentials. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant.

Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Special Instructions to Applicants UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY. OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 8/11/2025 THROUGH 8/15/2025.

Background and Safety Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and tobacco use are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College.

Key Accountabilities

• On a daily basis: creates and schedules daily/weekly work assignments for custodians and ensures they have adequate supplies, equipment, and personal protection to perform their work safely.
• Trains workers in the proper use, care and cleaning of equipment and correct practices and procedures in performing the work.
• Monitors work in progress and ensures work performed meets department standards and customer expectations.
• Maintains on-going inventory of cleaning materials and all equipment; provides inventory information to supervisor as needed.
• Provides custodial supervisor with daily account report and informs of problems and when equipment is in need of repair or replacement.
• Unlocks/locks assigned areas, cleans, mops, strips, waxes, and buffs floors; vacuums and shampoos carpeted areas; washes windows; dusts office furniture and window sills.
• Cleans restrooms, sanitizes and disinfects; replaces/restocks restroom supplies.
• Empties trash, implements recycling procedures, and removes trash from building and surrounding areas.
• Performs event set ups and break downs (e.g., tables, chairs, lecterns, podiums) as needed per work orders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Regular lifting up to 50 pounds; frequent bending, kneeling, climbing; work in varying environments including indoors/outdoors and at heights.
• Work may involve exposure to hazards from chemicals, and requires protective clothing.
• Work may occur in restrooms and other challenging environments.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness.
• Participation in DEI initiatives and training.
• Support for a growth mindset in DEI across the division and College.

Other

• Performs other duties as assigned.