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Custodial Services

Custodial services include:

  • routine cleaning of all College buildings-see service frequency schedules for each type of space
  • trash and recyclable removal from buildings
  • managing campus waste and recycling contract services
  • care for all wood, tile and concrete flooring
  • clean and repair carpets and rugs
  • clean upholstery
  • wash windows and manage contract window washing services-see schedule
  • clean swimming pools and monitor chemical balance
  • salt for steps and sidewalks in the winter
  • snow removal from entries of buildings and houses
  • furnish and replace bed frames, mattresses and box springs in student residences
  • providing linens for campus visitors
  • managing laundry rooms in residence halls and houses
  • managing storage of student personal belongings
  • managing pest control service

Recycling Program Information:

Mixed Paper: Books, computer paper, envelopes, file folders, magazines, newspaper, office paper, phone books, and spiral notebooks

Commingled: Aluminum cans, glass bottles and jars (green, brown, clear), metal cans and plastic beverage containers

Cardboard/Pressed-Board (new): Flatten boxes and set by blue recycling bins to be picked up by Custodial Services

Battery Recycling (new): AAA, AA, C and D batteries can be dropped into the container located in the Sayles-Hill Lobby

It is Custodial Services policy to empty tall hallway recycling containers only. Individuals are responsible for emptying their own desk-size recycling containers. If extra recycling containers are needed, or if you have any other questions, please feel free to contact the Maintenance and Custodial Operations Office at x4133.

To Request Services:

  • Emergency Service - call x4133, the Custodial Services office, during office hours, or x4444, Security, after hours.
  • For routine needs, complete a Facilities Work Request.

Who Pays?

  • Custodial Services does not typically charge for its services.
  • Special cleaning services required due to vandalism are charged to responsible individuals through the appropriate College office.