Custodian, 1st Shift, Facilities Management in Bristol, Rhode Island at Roger Williams University

Roger Williams University
Title: Custodian, 1st Shift, Facilities Management

Location: Bristol, RI

Category: Facilities

Job Type: Full-time Regular

Posted On: Tue Jul 21 2026

Job Description:

To perform custodial work as assigned and required to clean and maintain the buildings and facilities of the University. To provide labor and skills necessary to operate machines and use materials to perform general University custodial work as required and assigned without exception.

Cleaning Services

Clean and service rest rooms, smoking urns and ash trays.

Mop, sweep, scrub floors and other surfaces, maintain and renew floor surface finishes, vacuum and shampoo rugs.

Dust and wax furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim and related furnishings.

Wash windows, glass doors, and interior glasses, including partitions, frames, pictures, etc.

Debris and Snow Removal

Collect any debris in and around buildings and place in containers.

Collect debris from all building receptors and place in outside containers for removal by truck.

Sweep or shovel snow from steps and walks at building entrances and connecting walks.

Doors

Lock and unlock doors to classrooms, lecture rooms, offices, etc.

Move

Move furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as directed.

Paint

Paint as directed and required.

Repair

Report all items that require repair.

Additional Functions

Required to attend all mandatory safety classes.

This is a full-time (40-hour) Facilities Management Union position.
$500 signing bonus after a 4-month probationary period is completed
** Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including health, dental, 15 paid holidays, tuition benefits, and a generous 403(b) match **

Job Requirements:

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Additional Information:

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu