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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 09/22/26

Applications Due10/02/26

Vacancy ID225381

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AgencySUNY Plattsburgh

TitleJanitor

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade07

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $39956 to $49364 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 AM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Clinton

Street Address 101 Broad Street

City Plattsburgh

StateNY

Zip Code12901

Duties Description This position will function as a working team leader of a cleaning crew by assigning the work, giving instructions, providing assistance and observing the work in progress on a daily basis. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform a variety of janitorial duties, including cleaning, maintenance and repair work.
• Perform tasks that require medium to heavy physical labor.
• Assist with grounds maintenance activities, including snow removal, lawn mowing, and upkeep of areas including sidewalks, yards, and driveways.
• Safely operate and utilize appropriate tools, equipment, and materials necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Perform other related duties as assigned under the supervision of the Supervising Janitor.
• Following established procedures, safety guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for assigned tasks.
• Participating in job-related training and professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive:

• Ability to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions
• Physically able to perform the tasks of the position including, but not limited to, those in the Examples of Duties & Responsibilities
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a variety of individuals

As SUNY Plattsburgh is an institution that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners, the successful candidates must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.

Additional Comments Join our Janitorial team, where we are dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy, and inviting learning, living and working environment for our college community. As a Janitor, you will perform hands-on cleaning and basic maintenance duties while providing day-to-day leadership to the custodial team, with a focus on campus buildings, grounds, and walkways.

The Janitorial department is part of the Administration & Finance Division, which provides essential services to campus constituents as well as local, state, federal, and international partners.

Work Schedule and location: Will be discussed during the interview process and determined at time of offer.

Please include a complete application and contact information for three current professional references. A resume is also strongly encouraged. Additional information may be requested at a later step in the process.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resource Services

Telephone 518-564-5062

Fax

Email Address HRS@plattsburgh.edu

Address

Street 101 Broad Street

City Plattsburgh

State NY

Zip Code 12901

Notes on ApplyingIf interested in this position please apply at https://jobs.plattsburgh.edu/postings/16396

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