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. Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team on the Classified Staff and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community. To be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. You must pass a background check, physical and back x-ray prior to assignment.
Department: Physical Plant
Custodial Worker HV-CS-8686RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must have been legal residents of New York State for at least FOUR months. 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 Rensselaer County.
Job Description:
The position entails routine and repetitive manual work calling for the efficient and economical performance of building cleaning and occasional, minor maintenance tasks. Cleaning tasks are performed according to a well-established procedure and maintenance tasks are performed under direct supervision or according to specific instructions that apply. Supervision is received from a Custodial Supervisor II or by a more experienced mentor. Supervision over the work of other custodians is not a responsibility of employees in this class.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies & equipment. Ability to follow simple oral instructions. Willingness to perform routine cleaning and other manual tasks. Ability to get along well with other co-workers and staff. Thoroughness, dependability and good physical condition with the ability to lift at least 25 lbs. Training will be provided to those who lack experience.
DUTIES AND/OR ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Custodial Worker under the supervision of a Custodial Supervisor II or his/her designee and will perform routine building cleaning work and will do related work as required: Sweeps and mops floors and stairwells. Dusts woodwork, office furniture and other related equipment Wash windows, walls, blackboards, sinks, desktops and other fixtures Polish stainless steel, furniture and railings. Empty waste baskets, collect and dispose of trash and recycling Winter Snow clearing of front entranceways (10 feet) and Salt spreading Arranges chairs, tables & other equipment for special use of facility buildings Replace paper products, soap and air freshening products in labs and restrooms. Strip, seal and finish floors during summer or lag periods. This is a full-time 12-month, 40-hour work week position with an hourly rate of $19.55 plus $1.00 differential. Start date is immediate. Visit our Employment Opportunities page www.hvcc.edu/jobs to apply for this position(s) by the close date of November 8, 2026.Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employee's spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If you're employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct LoansWomen, 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 and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
