Job ID:
268758
Janitor
University at Buffalo
Janitor
Position Information
Position Title: Janitor
Department: Custodial
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59991
Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The University at Buffalo, department of Campus Operations is seeking Janitors to perform a variety of cleaning and unskilled maintenance tasks, and assist with supervising lower-level cleaning staff. They are responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of assigned areas in university buildings, surrounding grounds, and walkways. Duties Include:
- Perform general cleaning and disinfection tasks
- Collect and remove trash, recycling, compost, and transport to centralized location for disposal
- Replace misplaced items, furniture, and equipment
- Washes floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows using mops, detergents, brushes, and other cleaning devices
- Vacuums, strips and waxes floors, and shampoos carpets, using manual or mechanical equipment
- Scrubs and cleans restrooms and showers, using hand-operated equipment and cleaning agents; and unclogs toilets, traps, and sinks
- Replaces lightbulbs, and dusts or washes light fixtures and high places, such as ceilings, using ladders, other appropriate equipment, and tools
- Polishes wood and metal surfaces, fixtures, furniture, and equipment
- Moves, and arranges furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning tasks or in preparation for meetings, events, and other activities
- Sweeps, removes snow, and salts walkways using mechanical and manual equipment
- Reports and recommends necessary repairs and maintenance requiring skilled trades work to supervisor
- Prepares, mixes, and dilutes cleaning solutions following manufacturer directions
- Assists with the supervision of lower-level staff. Assigns tasks; provides instructions, training and assistance
- Demonstrates proper cleaning procedures
- Reviews work of teams
- Monitors time and attendance
- Other duties as assigned
Learn more:
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position.
- Must be able to communicate orally and in writing to exchange information
Preferred Qualifications
Floorcare experience
Physical Demands
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position and position self (e.g., stoop, bend, and stretch) for long periods of time. Must have the ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor; operate various cleaning equipment and products; and ascend/descend ladders and scaffolds.
- May be assigned to clean laboratories, operating rooms or hospital, school or custodial care settings that require a high degree of cleanliness and disinfectant processes that must be followed to minimize the spread of infection.
- The ability to transport and remove snow from walkways and areas adjacent to buildings.
Salary Range
$38,235
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Amber Kiebzak
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Customer Service Manager
Contact's Email: amberwar@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-289-5166
Posting Dates
Posted: 11/20/2025
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: 12/17/2025
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