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Job ID: 268758

Janitor
University at Buffalo


Date Posted Nov. 29, 2025
Title Janitor
University University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY, United States
Department Custodial
Application Deadline 11/20/2026
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Classified Staff
  • Facilities/Maintenance/Transportation
 
 


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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