Housing Custodian - Temporary

Organizational Overview

Brookhaven National Laboratory’s Guest Services Division plays a vital role in enabling the Laboratory’s world-class scientific mission by providing comprehensive, high-quality services to its departments, divisions, guests, users, and visiting researchers. Through a strong commitment to operational excellence and customer-focused support, the Division delivers exceptional on-site experience across Food Services, Conference Services, On-site Housing, Mail Services/Mailroom, Transportation Services, Fleet Services, Motor Pool, and QOL/BERA/Recreation programs. By ensuring these essential functions are executed with professionalism, accuracy, and responsiveness, Guest Services helps to create a seamless environment in which research teams and visiting collaborators can perform at their best, contributing directly to the success of Brookhaven’s scientific enterprise.

Position Description

Brookhaven Lab’s Guest Services Division seeks a Temporary Housing Custodian to join their team. Under general supervision, performs general cleaning and housekeeping duties in Housing facilities.

The hours of operation/shift for this position are 8:00am – 4:30pm. This individual must be available for the entire duration of the position, from May 26th, 2026 to August 14th, 2026.This position reports to the Residence Services Custodian Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and otherwise clean floors and surfaces in assigned areas.
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, guest rooms, and other assigned spaces.
• Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash and recycling.
• Wash dishes and clean kitchen or service areas, as assigned.
• Make beds and prepare rooms, as applicable.
• Move furniture, supplies, and equipment, as needed, to support cleaning, housekeeping, and room setup activities.
• Inspect assigned work areas and identify needed repairs, maintenance issues, safety hazards, and other deficiencies; report such issues to management.
• Follow written instructions, work orders, cleaning procedures, and applicable safety requirements in the performance of assigned duties.
• Read and follow OSHA Safety Data Sheets and other job-related documents applicable to cleaning materials and equipment.
• Provide courteous, responsive, and professional service to customers; work effectively with coworkers and supervisors to address service needs and operational priorities.
• Perform other related custodial and housekeeping duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of custodial, housekeeping, or equivalent professional cleaning experience.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.
• Demonstrated customer-service orientation and ability to interact effectively and professionally with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, work orders, labels, and other job-related documents.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete required computer-based training.

Environmental, Health and Safety Requirements

Must meet medical requirements of the position, including but not limited to…

• Standing, bending, and lifting
• Moderate lifting < 30 lbs.
• Ability to climb portable ladders
• Able to work in warm environments
• Have good physical coordination dexterity and balance
• Able to use power operated hand tools
• Ability to wear proper PPE such as safety glasses, shoes, and hearing protection
• Must be able to successfully complete all required job training within the established timeframe after hire.
• Must meet the medical requirements of the applicable Job Assessment Form.
• Must comply with all Laboratory safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Must maintain a current phone number for call-out and contact purposes.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, weekends, and other hours, as required by operational needs.

Other information:

Term appointment may be extended based on business needs and management discretion.

The above statements are not intended to be all-inclusive and do not include every duty performed by this position. They describe the major responsibilities and requirements of the job.

The successful applicant will be required to join IBEW Local 2230 and maintain membership within 30 days of their start date.

The Lab’s placement policy is to select the best qualified candidate for an available position.  With respect to Bargaining Unit positions, candidates are considered in the following order: (1) present benefits-eligible employees within the department/division and/or appropriate bargaining unit, with preference for those within the immediate work group; (2) present benefits-eligible employees within the Laboratory; and (3) outside applicants. The starting salary for this position is $25.26.

Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Review more information at BNL | Benefits Program

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Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation’s future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory.

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