Custodian - Virginia Military Institute

Thompson Hospitality Facilities is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Custodian to support the cleanliness, sanitation, and overall appearance of campus facilities at Lincoln University. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors through daily custodial services and facility support.

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, residence halls, dining areas, common spaces, and other campus facilities
• Perform routine custodial duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, trash removal, and disinfecting surfaces
• Replenish restroom and facility supplies including soap, paper towels, tissue, and sanitizing products
• Maintain entrances, hallways, stairwells, elevators, and exterior walkways to ensure cleanliness and safety
• Respond promptly to spills, emergency cleanups, and service requests
• Assist with room setups and breakdowns for meetings, campus events, and special functions
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, floor machines, carpet extractors, and cleaning carts safely and effectively
• Follow all safety procedures, chemical handling guidelines, and OSHA regulations
• Report maintenance issues, damaged equipment, or safety hazards to supervisors promptly
• Maintain custodial closets, equipment, and storage areas in a clean and organized condition
• Support additional facility and custodial operations as assigned by management

Work Environment

• Active college campus environment at Lincoln University
• Fast-paced setting with frequent interaction with students, faculty, staff, and visitors
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, noise from equipment, and varying temperatures
• May require evening, weekend, holiday, or special event coverage based on campus operational needs
• Work may involve multiple campus buildings, stairways, and both indoor and outdoor responsibilities

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 1- year previous custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or facilities maintenance experience preferred
• Experience working in educational, healthcare, hospitality, or commercial environments is a plus
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliable attendance and punctuality required
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Efficiently manage time to complete tasks within designated schedules.
• Basic communication abilities to understand instructions and work effectively within a team or with supervisors.
• Familiarity with various cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment used in custodial work.
• Understanding and implementing safety guidelines when handling cleaning agents and operating equipment to prevent accidents.

  Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
  • Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead regularly
  • Ability to perform repetitive cleaning motions including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming
  • Ability to safely operate custodial and floor care equipment
  • Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions as needed
  • Ability to safely handle cleaning chemicals and supplies in accordance with safety guidelines
  • Sufficient manual dexterity and coordination to use cleaning tools and equipment effectively
  • Visual and auditory ability to identify hazards, spills, or maintenance concerns and respond appropriately

Who We Are: 

Lincoln University is a historically Black university located in Lincoln University, Pennsylvania, USA. Founded in 1854, it is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States and holds a significant historical legacy in providing education to African American students. Lincoln University offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing academic excellence, research, and community service

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities.  We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.