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Dartmouth College

Custodial Squad Leader - 2nd shift.

Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire, us, 03755

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Position Details Posting date: 08/04/2025

Closing date: Open Until Filled

Position Number: 0400800

Position Title: Custodial Squad Leader - 2nd shift

Hiring Range Minimum: $25.11

Hiring Range Maximum: $25.11

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

Location of Position: Hanover, NH 03755

Remote Work Eligibility: Onsite only

Term Position: No

Grant Funded: 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. Implements recycling procedures.

Required Qualifications – Education and Experience

High School plus 1‑2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications – 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

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 shampooer) 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, as needed

Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community

Preferred Qualifications

Successfully completed the following training prior to performing the work: Genie Lift; Asbestos Awareness; Hazard Communication; Blood Borne Pathogens

Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community

Key Accountabilities

Creates and schedules daily/weekly work assignments for custodians and ensures adequate supplies, equipment, and personal protection

Trains workers in proper use and care of equipment and in correct cleaning practices

Monitors work in progress and ensures standards and customer expectations are met

Maintains inventory of cleaning materials and equipment; provides inventory information to supervisor as needed

Provides daily account report to custodial supervisor and informs of problems and equipment needs

Performs routine cleaning of floors, restrooms, kitchens, laboratories, dining rooms, hallways, windows, counters, and other surfaces

Handles trash, recycling, and special event set‑up and breakdown

Uses ladders to clean light fixtures, replace bulbs, and perform other maintenance tasks

Sets chemical and mechanical traps for pests and applies insect control chemicals indoors and outdoors

Working Conditions

Requires bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in cramped or awkward positions

Involves regular lifting and carrying of objects up to 50 pounds

Requires stair climbing in buildings of 4 to 5 levels

Performed indoors, outdoors, in bad weather, and in noisy, dirty, or smoky environments

Involves exposure to cuts, chemical fumes, and other hazards

Requires wearing protective clothing such as gloves and goggles

Performed in uncomfortable environments such as restrooms

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Demonstrates commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions and interactions

Participates in DEI initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles of Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusiveness, Consideration, Vulnerability, and Respect

Fosters a growth mindset in increasing DEI across the division

Collaborates on other DEI‑related initiatives within the division and the College

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing – Higher Education

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.

Background Check Employment is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, or certifications. Findings will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant.

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 8/4/25 through 8/8/25.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Campus Services HR

Phone: 646‑3323

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