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Custodial Assistant (Multiple Positions)

Inside Higher Ed
Bronx, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2026
Custodial Assistant (Multiple Positions) **GENERAL DUTIES** Under supervision, performs work of ordinary difficulty in cleaning public buildings and their immediate grounds; performs related light labor. There is no Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as needed.

  • Sweeps, damp mops, and wet mops office floors, toilets, corridors, lobbies, and other assigned floor areas.
  • Cleans washbasins and other toilet room facilities.
  • Washes walls by hand with a brush or by using an electric machine.
  • Scrubs floors with an electric machine; waxes and polishes floors.
  • Hand scrubs stairs and stair landings.
  • Empties waste basket and disposes of refuse.
  • Vacuums and cleans rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture.
  • Dusts and removes and cleans window coverings such as blinds.
  • Performs shoulder high dusting of walls.
  • Dusts and polishes furniture and metal work.
  • Cleans mirrors and glass in bookcase, doors, and restrooms.
  • Washes electric light fixtures.
  • Replenishes bathroom supplies in toilets.
  • Sweeps sidewalks and removes snow from sidewalks; washes sidewalks and lower portion of buildings with brush and hose.
  • Replaces bulbs and fuses.
  • Attends a low pressure heating plant.
  • May occasionally operate an elevator, move furniture, or act as watch person.
  • Reports broken equipment.
  • Observes safety and environmental health precautions as directed.
  • Puts up safety warnings and/or stanchions for wet floors or other areas for limited access during cleaning.
  • Sorts refuse for recycling.
  • Cleans small kitchens and/or coffee service areas. **CONTRACT TITLE** Custodial Assistant **FLSA** Non-exempt **CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION** Lehman College, of The City University of New York, ranks among the top five institutions in the nation for fostering social mobility. A four-year Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Bronx, Lehman offers bachelor’s, master’s, and advanced degrees and certificate programs in the Liberal Arts, sciences, and professions. The College’s community-driven mission and notable academic programs attract a diverse, international enrollment of over 15,000 students who take courses on its 37-acre, tree-lined campus and online degree programs. Many thousands more community members benefit yearly from its active cultural, educational, health, and economic outreach programs and services. **Important Note:** This is an Essential Personnel Role The position requires mandated overtime 100% In-Person **Available Shifts** -Night Shift (10:30pm-7:00am; Sunday-Friday) -2 nd Shift (2:30pm-11:00pm; Wednesday- Friday) (8:00am-4:30pm; Saturday-Sunday) *Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be offered for this position. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** There are no formal education or experience requirements. There are certain medical and physical requirements as established by University management. **COMPENSATION** New Hire Rate: $39,922 Incumbent Rate: $41,163 *This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only. **BENEFITS** CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria. **HOW TO APPLY** To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. **CLOSING DATE** Open until filled, with review of resumes to begin immediately. **JOB SEARCH CATEGORY** CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID 31271 Location Lehman College

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