Custodian- Chesapeake- Student Center (Evening)
- Chesapeake, VA
- $14.31 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Role Title Hsekeep &/or Apparel Workr I
Role Code 79071-SW
FLSA Nonexempt
Pay Band 01
Position Number 295W0228
Agency Tidewater Community College
Division Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location Chesapeake - 550
Hiring Range 14.31 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category H-Service/Maintenance
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No
Work ScheduleMONDAY TO FRIDAY 6PM TO 12:30AM and rotating Saturdays required
Part Time, 29 hrs.
Sensitive Position No
Job DescriptionTidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads - both students and employers - for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 28,000 students in 2019-20. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,203 graduates in 2019-2020, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 36% enrolled at TCC. TCC's institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.Tidewater Community College seeks applications for a Custodian for the Chesapeake Campus Student Center.This position will provide a full range of custodial/housekeeping services for college facilities to include, but not limited to, trash removal, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, sweeping, floor stripping and waxing, carpet cleaning, window cleaning, black/white-board cleaning, etc. Provide room set-up/take-down assistance and light bulb replacement as assigned. Perform other cleaning tasks as assigned. Maintain and demonstrate good attendance habits.This position, designated as an essential position, must be able to report to work and fulfill responsibilities of the position in the event of college/campus closure due to weather or emergent conditions. Must be able to report to work during inclement weather and assist in snow removal from entries and walkways and application of snow-melt when required.Provides cleaning services to the colleges buildings, to include, but not limited to, daily removal of trash, mopping, dusting and sweeping, vacuuming. Must assist in the set up and take down of special events if assigned. Complies with laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash and waste.Must be able to climb a six foot ladder and lift up to 50 lbs unaided.Special AssignmentsMay be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required QualificationsKnowledge of custodial operations and industry standards.
Working knowledge of the principles and practices of janitorial, custodial, housekeeping services, and sanitizing techniques.
Ability to climb ladders without assistance.
Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs.
Skills in using housekeeping equipment such as vacuum cleaner, buffers and scrubbing machine. Knowledge of safety procedures, particularly as they relate to equipment operation, chemical use, and trash/recycling.
Additional ConsiderationsN/A
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required TravelN/APosting Detail InformationPosting Number WGE_2730P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 09/02/2025
Job Close Date 09/30/2025
Open Until Filled No
Agency Website Tcc.edu
Contact Name Lizette White
Email Ldwhite@tcc.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to ApplicantsIn support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Background Check Statement DisclaimerThe selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:
EEO StatementThe Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA StatementThe Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify StatementVCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for PostingSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Are you willing to work at our Chesapeake campus?
- Yes
- No
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Other Document
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter