Position Description

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Custodian to join our Facilities team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment across a variety of spaces, including research buildings, residential housing, and guest accommodations. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the daily operations of a world-class scientific community while working in a supportive and team-oriented environment. Your work will directly support the comfort and well-being of our staff, researchers, and visitors.

Position Responsibilities

 

• Performing light and heavy cleaning duties in various areas throughout the Laboratory.
• Supporting Laboratory events by providing porter services and assisting in moving furniture and equipment.
• Cleaning office and laboratory spaces, conference rooms, restrooms, and other work areas.
• Supplying and maintaining cleanliness in restrooms and kitchenettes.
• Performing floor cleaning, carpet maintenance, and upholstery cleaning.
• Dusting and polishing furniture, window blinds, and other surfaces.
• Handling regulated medical waste collection and disposal procedures.
• Following safety procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment.
• Keeping storage areas well-stocked, clean, and organized.
• Notifying the supervisor of any repair needs.

 

Position Requirements

 

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: 1 year of experience in a custodial position

• Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs
• Ability to work on ladders and step stools
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Basic cleaning techniques.
• Attention to detail.

• Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory offers a free shuttle service to and from Syosset Train Station for all employees

 

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:
For immediate consideration, candidates should create an account and apply to the position found here:

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Position ID: 01605

Environment

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.  

Compensation and Benefits

Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefitssites to learn more. The hourly rate for this role is $17.43- $20.47. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: 1 year of experience in a custodial position

• Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs
• Ability to work on ladders and step stools
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Basic cleaning techniques.
• Attention to detail.

• Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory offers a free shuttle service to and from Syosset Train Station for all employees

About Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Since 1890, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) has been a global leader in research and education. The international scientific community at CSHL provides a unique and stimulating atmosphere for doctoral research?an environment where students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty work side-by-side. The Watson School of Biological Sciences (WSBS) was founded on the belief that with well thought-out mechanisms, enthusiastic involvement of faculty, and highly motivated students, an innovative curriculum could be provided that would allow students to earn a doctoral degree in a shorter time than in traditional programs without compromising the quality of their training. The curriculum is designed to train students to become scholars and independent thinkers.

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