Cleaner – SG5

Title: Cleaner (SG5)

Qualifications: In accordance with Civil Service Standards and Specifications, there are no specific education or experience prerequisites. Candidates must possess the physical capability to handle moderate to heavy physical tasks and move heavy objects, such as trash bags, salt and ice bags, floor machines, and snow shoveling equipment. Proficiency in comprehending and adhering to simple verbal and written instructions in English is essential. Additionally, applicants must hold and maintain a valid NYS Driver’s License with a clean motor vehicle record.

Job Responsibilities: Cleaners are responsible for carrying out diverse cleaning duties individually or as part of a team. These tasks span a wide range of specialized and routine cleaning activities, including but not limited to floor stripping and polishing, window washing, vacuuming, trash and recycling removal, dusting, wall and office space cleaning, kitchen and common area upkeep, as well as cleaning hospital rooms, clean rooms, laboratories, residential facilities, and restrooms. Additionally, they undertake vivarium cage washing and animal room sanitization duties.

Key Duties:
– Collect, scrape, and disassemble animal caging/enrichment supplies.
– Operate tunnel and rack washing equipment for animal caging/enrichment supply processing.
– Package and sterilize animal caging supplies as required.
– Prepare, organize, and distribute animal caging supplies.
– Sanitize animal/procedure rooms, wearing appropriate protective gear as necessary.
– Launder maximum isolation gowns and cleanse various areas using a range of cleaning implements.

Other duties involve the disposal of medical waste and spoiled linens, assembly and organization of cleaning carts, dilution and mixing of cleaning solutions, handling bodily fluids and blood spills, floor stripping and cleaning,
furniture and equipment polishing, hazardous article disposal, reconfiguration of furniture for events, snow and ice removal, and lawn maintenance.

Note: This is a full-time position, encompassing 40 hours per week with a fixed schedule from Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role is nonexempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime pay. Successful applicants will receive a competitive hiring rate of $33,408 annually, along with a location pay of $3,400.

Application Requirements: Interested candidates should submit a Resume/CV and a cover letter alongside their online application. The role does not offer sponsorship for work visas. Priority will be given to current part-time Cleaners based on their operational services bargaining unit seniority and transfers within state service.

Special Considerations: The position has been designated as essential, demanding the incumbent to report to work and remain on site even during emergencies and limited campus operations. Prior to the start date, the selected candidate must fulfill pre-employment physical examination requirements, clear a background investigation, submit three written references, and acquire any necessary New York State licenses/certificates. Out-of-state applicants might be subject to additional driving license requirements.

Stony Brook University holds a firm commitment to diversity and promotes an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and other federally or state-protected classes.

Accommodation: For disability-related accommodations, applicants can contact the Office of Equity and Access or call (631) 632-6280.

Important Dates: The posting start date is Oct 22, 2024, and the closing date is Nov 5, 2024, at 10:59:00 PM.

Salary and Details: The role offers an annual salary of $33,408 and is a permanent appointment at SG5 level within the Division of Laboratory Animal Resources at Stony Brook University.

Job Number: 2403928
Location: US-NY-Stony Brook