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Employment Opportunities at MCC

Custodian 1 (Heavy Cleaning) (Internal now External)



Job Location

221 S. Quarterline Rd., Muskegon, Michigan

Tracking Code

747-262

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Muskegon Community College, an associate degree-granting institution of higher education, is a center for lifelong learning which provides persons the opportunity to attain their educational goals by offering programs that respond to individual, community, and global needs.

 

General Description:

To maintain a safe, secure, clean and orderly/efficient learning environment in campus buildings and on campus grounds while assisting any and all teams within the department. This position must operate independently while practicing appropriate safety practices and decision making in multiple areas. This individual will be a part of a team responsible for work including but not limited to custodial, grounds, maintenance, and skilled trades.

Typical Hours: Full Time- 40 hours/ 52 Weeks

2nd shift role (Monday – Friday) & 2nd shift (Tuesday – Saturday)

Shifts begin between 1:00pm and 4:00 pm per agreement with supervisor.

Location: Main Campus 

Salary: $17.48 - $19.24 depending on Experience 

Open Until Filled; Application Deadline: Thursday, June 12, 2025

 

 

 


Required Skills

 

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1.      A minimum of high school diploma or GED required.

2.     Knowledge and demonstrated ability to operate and maintain custodial equipment preferred.

3.     Grounds and maintenance experience preferred.

4.     Demonstrated history of dependability and punctuality.

5.     Knowledge in proper use of cleaning chemicals, supplies, techniques and equipment preferred.

6.     Ability to work independently, understand and follow written instructions, and write/generate reports as needed

7.     Ability to work as part of a team while maintaining positive interpersonal communication and organizational skills essential along with demonstrated willingness to learn and share new ideas.

8.     Basic computer skills. Word, Excel, and Outlook experience preferred.

9.     Demonstrated motivational and problem solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics and dedication to the mission of the College.

10.   Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of various backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution. 

11.   Ability to function at a high caliber and capacity with frequently changing job tasks and priorities.

12.   Demonstrated ability to lift 50 lbs. minimum, and on occasion lift/move up to 80-100 lbs. (Other physical demands and work environment information listed below.)

13.   Valid Michigan driver’s license and meets the MCC vehicle operator standards.

14.   Demonstrated use of tact, judgment, and discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

15.   Highly motivated and solution oriented with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the College.

16.   Ability and willingness to upgrade skills including technology or process changes.

17.   May require different shifts, overtime, and occasional weekend hours.

 

Essential Function:

1.    Perform typical cleaning functions including, but not limited to, sweeping (hand and machine), scrubbing (hand and machine), mopping, floor stripping, waxing, polishing (hand and machine), buffing (machine), vacuuming, window washing, emptying trash in outside waste collectors and container, etc. including reaching overhead.

2.    Operation and maintenance of machines and equipment used to perform job functions.

3.    Do set-up, knock-down, clean-up work required by campus activities and special events as assigned.

4.    Assemble furniture, equipment, change light bulbs and fluorescent tubes, do minor repair work as assigned.

5.    Report to Supervisor all items requiring skilled maintenance repair; submit requests as required.

6.    Deliver received goods and parcels to various departments.

7.    Make off-campus pick-ups and deliveries, including U.S. mail, as instructed.

8.    Keep assigned area in a neat and orderly condition, also including area outside of assigned area.

9.    Report all unsafe or potentially dangerous conditions to Supervisor, and any injuries immediately.

10.  Work effectively and efficiently with other Physical Plant staff and outside contract personnel.

11.  Perform snow removal work as assigned.

12.  Participate in all training programs assigned.

13.  Perform all other duties assigned.

 

 

Physical, Mental, and Environment Requirements Include:

Mental Demands:

Detailed Work            

Student Contact

Deadline oriented    

Problem Situations 

Multiple Priorities & Demands                           

Emergency Situations

☐ Confidentiality                                                           

On-call Availability

Continual Interruptions                        

Working Alone

Faculty Contact                        

Working with Others      

 

Physical Demands:

Standing & Walking                  

Sitting

☐ Reclining                                                      

Carrying                        

☐ Lifting up to 10 lbs.    ☐ Up to 25 lbs. Up to 50 lbs.                 80 + lbs.

Pushing, Pulling, Twisting, Bending 

Climb or Balance

Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl         

Squatting     

Handle or Feel                           

Reach with Hands and Arms

Talking or hearing     

☐ Tasting/Smelling

Working Overhead                   

Speak in English via Phone or In Person

Close, Distance, Peripheral, and Color Vision along with Depth Perceptions

Ability to Adjust and Focus

 

Work Environment:

Exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat/cold; and moderate to loud noise levels.

Normal Office environment with little, if, any, discomfort due to heat, dust, noise and the like. Ability to travel to all campus locations required.

 

Muskegon Community College is an equal opportunity employer. MCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, political persuasion, disability, height, weight, veteran status, age or any other protected class in any of its educational programs, activities or employment. Minorities, women, veterans, and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply.  To the extent required by applicable law, anyone with a disability will be reasonably accommodated by the College.  If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance in applying for this position, please contact the Human Resources Office.

 

 

 

 

This position is located at 221 S. Quarterline Rd., Muskegon, MI. View the Google Map in full screen.



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