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Special Assignment Custodial Worker HV-CS-9225

Hudson Valley Community College
United States, New York, Troy
80 Vandenburgh Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 03, 2025
Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college and is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must have been legal residents of New York State for at least FOUR months immediately preceding the date of the test. Pursuant to subdivision 4a of Sec. 23 of the Civil Service Law, preference may be given to successful candidates who have been legal residents of the municipality to which the appointment is to be made for at least FOUR months. Special Assignment Custodial Worker HV-CS-9225 In order to be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not sponsor Visas. Applicants must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check. Applicants must complete a background check, reference check, physical and back x-ray prior to employment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency and two years of experience as a Custodial Worker and able to do heavy lifting (or) Five years experience as a Custodial Worker and the ability to take direction and perform heavy lifting (or) and equivalent combination of training and experience. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Required Knowledge's, Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment; ability to get along well with others and be in good physical condition to perform essential job tasks. Must possess a valid New York State Driver's License at time of employment. The Special Assignment Custodian reports to the Custodial Supervisor I or his/her designee and will perform the following duties: Duties and/or responsibilities: Responsible for inventory, stocking & delivery of supplies to campus and off campus locations. Mandated to work during periods of heavy overtime. Ability to read and understand a CAD design diagram or set up plan The Special assignment team demands one another to be present and to work in cohesion. Manage the Scrap pickup and disposal of campus wide recyclables, assist with removal of Surplus sale items. In Lieu of short staffing issues, performs all the responsibilities and duties of a Custodial worker. Training in Ladder and portable lift for specific high cleaning duties. Set up meeting, conference rooms and related spaces for daily/weekly events. Set up Large event equipment needs for internal and external clients. HS graduations, Honors, Galas, Airport, etc. Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to handle a mid-sized box truck and dock lift. Transport and manage medical waste removal. Assist Technical services with transporting of animal remains to incinerator. Transport hazardous waste to shed, i.e., oily rags, batteries, contaminates etc. Off campus setups and deliveries, Malta, Tec Smart... Pickup, delivery, & return of Art work from NYC for fine arts program. Early arrival for Snow emergencies. Assisting maintenance with delivery of construction material to campus locations for repairs. Confidential shredding pickup and disposal in secure manner. Various training certificates, Ladder, Lift, Hazardous waste, Defensive driving etc. There is one position available. The position is full-time 40-hours, with an hourly rate of $19.15 hourly. Hudson Valley Community College offers a very competitive benefits package which includes low-cost health insurance as well as a generous leave policy. Tuition waivers for employees, their spouse and children are available. Visit our Employment Opportunities page www.hvcc.edu/jobs to apply to this search by the close date of September 14, 2025. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply. Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer