What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Custodian (NYHELP Program) position at Inside Higher Ed?
Location: Utica, NY
Job Type: Full-Time, 12-Month
This position is part of the NY HELPS program, which temporarily waives the civil service examination requirement. Individuals appointed through this program will transition to competitive class status without needing to take a future exam.
Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community’s college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment.The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the MVCC community. We are currently seeking a Senior Custodian in our Facilities and Operations Department. The Senior Custodian is responsible for the supervision ofcleaning, maintenance, and heating activities of a building or buildings. Theincumbent in this position has charge of all custodial work. Work is performedin accordance with general instructions and is subject to review by a superior.Immediate supervision is exercised over the work of employees engaged invarious custodial activities. Incumbent performs related work as required.
Typical Work Activities
Hours per week: 40
Qualifications
Full performance knowledge, skills, abilities and personal characteristics: Good knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment; good knowledge of operating low pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment; working knowledge of computer operation and computer programs; ability to plan and lay out work; ability to supervise the work of others; dependability; manual dexterity.
Either
Minimum Qualifications:
Additional Information
To learn more about MVCC, our culture, and employee benefits, please visit: https://www.mvcc.edu/about/discover
Special Instructions to Applicants: Application Process:To be considered for this position, applicants must complete both of the following steps: 1. Submit an application through the College’s Career Site, 2. Submit a separate application through the Oneida County portal for MVCC positions for County review and approval: https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/otheropp/. Applications submitted through only one system will be considered incomplete.
Salary: $39,915
For full consideration, apply by: 4/13/2026
Mohawk Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action,Equal Opportunity Employer deeply committed to a community of excellence,equity, and diversity. MVCC maintains an inclusive learning environment inwhich students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities,governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse,multi-cultural, and global worldview. We value the many similarities anddifferences among individuals and groups. We are committed to preparingstudents to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in a world made up ofpeople with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds,religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, differentabilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran statusor on the basis of disability.
Job Type: Full-Time, 12-Month
This position is part of the NY HELPS program, which temporarily waives the civil service examination requirement. Individuals appointed through this program will transition to competitive class status without needing to take a future exam.
Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community’s college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment.The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the MVCC community. We are currently seeking a Senior Custodian in our Facilities and Operations Department. The Senior Custodian is responsible for the supervision ofcleaning, maintenance, and heating activities of a building or buildings. Theincumbent in this position has charge of all custodial work. Work is performedin accordance with general instructions and is subject to review by a superior.Immediate supervision is exercised over the work of employees engaged invarious custodial activities. Incumbent performs related work as required.
Typical Work Activities
- Performs and supervises cleaning activities;
- Assigns tasks to subordinates and gives instructions in the use and safety requirements of building cleaning supplies, materials, and equipment;
- Makes minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical and other building repairs;
- Requisitions and insures proper use of supplies;
- Performs a variety of custodial activities as required; Operates a computer to receive, maintain, manage, and disperse information as required;
- May supervise or participate in the firing of steam boilers;
- May clean or supervise the cleaning of boilers and fires;
- May inspect or monitor boiler system for defects and/or problems;
- May make necessary boiler system repairs and/or notify appropriate persons concerning needed repairs.
Hours per week: 40
Qualifications
Full performance knowledge, skills, abilities and personal characteristics: Good knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment; good knowledge of operating low pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment; working knowledge of computer operation and computer programs; ability to plan and lay out work; ability to supervise the work of others; dependability; manual dexterity.
Either
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, AND two (2) years of experience in building cleaning and maintenance work, or experience in any of the standard mechanical or construction trades;
- Three (3) years of experience, as outlined in (A) above
Additional Information
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.
- Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
To learn more about MVCC, our culture, and employee benefits, please visit: https://www.mvcc.edu/about/discover
Special Instructions to Applicants: Application Process:To be considered for this position, applicants must complete both of the following steps: 1. Submit an application through the College’s Career Site, 2. Submit a separate application through the Oneida County portal for MVCC positions for County review and approval: https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/otheropp/. Applications submitted through only one system will be considered incomplete.
Salary: $39,915
For full consideration, apply by: 4/13/2026
Mohawk Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action,Equal Opportunity Employer deeply committed to a community of excellence,equity, and diversity. MVCC maintains an inclusive learning environment inwhich students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities,governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse,multi-cultural, and global worldview. We value the many similarities anddifferences among individuals and groups. We are committed to preparingstudents to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in a world made up ofpeople with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds,religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, differentabilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran statusor on the basis of disability.
Salary : $39,915