What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian/Maintenance Worker position at Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC?
Job Summary
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC is seeking a dependable and hardworking Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment throughout the AHN Montour Sports Complex and, when needed, F.N.B. Stadium.
This position performs general custodial cleaning, facility upkeep, event setup and teardown, snow removal, and basic equipment maintenance. The Custodian works under the general supervision of the Director of Operations and must be comfortable working independently in a busy sports and event environment.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is reliable, hardworking, safety-conscious, and takes pride in maintaining clean and well-kept facilities. This position is a good fit for someone who enjoys hands-on work, can manage tasks independently, and is comfortable working around athletic events, rentals, and large groups.
Because the AHN Montour Sports Complex operates year-round, flexibility, dependable attendance, and the ability to work varying shifts are essential.
Responsibilities
- Clean and maintain floors, stairs, hallways, offices, locker rooms, restrooms, showers, and public areas.
- Sweep, mop, scrub, strip, wax, and polish floors using industrial floor-cleaning equipment.
- Vacuum and shampoo carpets using commercial carpet-cleaning equipment.
- Clean and disinfect restrooms, locker rooms, showers, sinks, toilets, and other sanitary areas.
- Dust and clean furniture, fixtures, doors, windows, glass, walls, blinds, ceiling lights, and HVAC fixtures.
- Operate and perform basic maintenance on vacuums, floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, and other custodial equipment.
- Change brushes, pads, rollers, belts, and other equipment attachments as needed.
- Collect, remove, and replace trash and recycling liners and transport waste to designated collection areas.
- Assist with event setup and teardown, including moving and arranging furniture, equipment, and supplies.
- Move and assemble heavy furniture, equipment, and other materials as directed.
- Maintain exterior entrances and surrounding areas.
- Remove snow from building entrances, steps, sidewalks, and other areas using hand tools; apply anti-skid materials as needed.
- Make initial attempts to unclog toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs, and drains.
- Identify and report maintenance issues such as damaged doors, lights, plumbing fixtures, furniture, and other facility concerns.
- Contact the Director of Operations regarding urgent maintenance or safety issues.
- Follow all established safety procedures when handling cleaning chemicals, bodily fluids, spills, and other workplace hazards.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
- Ability to work effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work in areas that may be dirty, unpleasant, or physically demanding.
- Ability to safely handle cleaning products and clean spills involving bodily fluids or chemicals.
- Ability to bend, stoop, climb ladders, stand and walk for extended periods, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, and holidays when needed.
- Valid driver's license or reliable transportation for required University-related travel.
Preferred:
- Two years of experience in custodial services, facilities maintenance, an applied trade, or a related field.
- Experience operating commercial or industrial cleaning equipment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to revise the job description as circumstances change.
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay: $15.00 - $16.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 30.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Experience:
- Cleaning: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Pittsburgh, PA 15108 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $17