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Job ID Regular/Temporary Temporary Job Title Part-Time Custodian (Nights) 73349 Location Central Campus Open Date 12/08/2025 Job Type Continuing Close Date 01/11/2026 Employee Group Unifor Unit 5, O&M Favorite Job Department Custodial Services Salary Grade/Band Custodian and Custodian Pool Salary Range $ $20.37 (hourly) Hours per Week 32 Target Number of Openings 5 Posting Details Schedule Monday to Sunday 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Up to a maximum of 32 hours per week Education Level High School Diploma or equivalent Career Level 3-months of related experience Job Description THE ACCOUNTABILITIES DESCRIBED ARE REPRESENTATIVE IN NATURE AND ARE NOT INCLUSIVE OF ALL JOB DUTIES. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE JOB. JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, the Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment in an assigned campus location. Following prescribed procedures, performs general cleaning duties, waste disposal, recycling and the moving of light furniture. Primary Accountabilities Perform a variety of cleaning duties for various campus locations including but not limited to; dusting, glass cleaning, washing and disinfecting. Perform floor care maintenance including but not limited to; cleaning using an auto scrubber, sweeping, mopping, burnishing and waxing. Perform carpet care and cleaning. Assist with the moving of light furniture and equipment. Complete general waste disposal and recycling. Perform snow shoveling in inclement weather. Assist with conference guest room servicing including but not limited to; maintaining linens, supplies and cleaning. Update and maintain cleaning logs. General Accountabilities Operate within established security, health and safety regulations. Communicate with fellow workers, faculty, students, staff and visitors in a respectful and effective manner. In a position of trust, perform job assignments in an efficient and effective manner. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Experience: 3 months of related experience Effort Required to lift and carry equipment and supplies (up to 50 lbs). Required to stand for prolonged periods of time. Required to work in awkward positions when performing cleaning duties. Working Conditions Work is conducted in University owned and operated buildings and surrounding grounds. Work is conducted in a setting with exposure to inclement weather, dust, odours and dirt. Required to work independently, in teams, alone and/or in isolated work environments. Required to wear personal protective equipment (i.e., goggles), when handling cleaning chemicals. Supervision May be required to be a day-to-day resource on work procedures to students and casual staff. How To Apply To apply for this job, please submit your application online. Employment Equity Statement McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the ''Dish With One Spoon'' wampum agreement. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Mtis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. 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