JOB TITLE Temporary Custodian LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Custodial - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Performs custodial duties in campus academic and non-academic buildings. Responsible for maintaining assigned areas and equipment in a neat, clean, and sanitary condition. JOB DESCRIPTION Receives assignments in verbal or written form from a supervisor. Follows a routine schedule using approved procedures. Maintains various flooring types; dusts and washes walls, partitions, and windows; cleans and sanitizes bathrooms, showers, locker rooms, and other facilities. Removes trash and performs other related duties as assigned. Unlocks and locks various interior and exterior building doors as assigned. Operates and maintains power-operated custodial equipment. Moves and relocates furniture, small equipment, and other items not requiring rigging. During winter, clears snow and debris from steps and sidewalks and treats surfaces for ice. Sets up, assists with, and restores facilities for sponsored events. Occasionally lifts up to 60 lbs. REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or GED Ability to operate various types of cleaning equipment, both powered and non-powered Successful completion of a CORI background check and a valid driver’s license check Three professional references required Compensation: $19/hour (depends on experience) FLSA STATUS United States of America (Non-Exempt) WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination. About WPI Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a vibrant and diverse community of extraordinary students, talented and dedicated staff, and world-renowned faculty. Along with its state-of-the-art research facilities, WPI offers competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs, including paid time off, health insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, and a working environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being. It is a community committed to civility and respect—making inclusion and belonging a reality for everyone on its campus.