Filling dispensers (such as tissue and soap dispensers) to
appropriate amounts with proper product
Clean restroom floors, commodes, urinals, sinks, mirrors, and
dispensers
Detail cleaning of assigned area, such as dusting and glass
cleaning
Project-related tasks such as floor care, deep restroom
cleaning, and occasional custodial outdoor tasks
Submit supply requests on a regular basis as directed by
supervisor
Turn laundry in for regular cleaning, monitor equipment for
malfunction, and correct minor equipment issues such as replacing
vacuum bags or filters
Collaborate with peers, assisting where needed, sharing
resources and information, and by providing excellent customer
service to students, faculty, and staff.
Communicate professionally with other staff members, complete
mandatory forms such as sign in/sign out for attendance and
university property/equipment.
Maintaining a healthy and safe working environment by reporting
equipment malfunctions, adhering to safety standards, and labelling
and storing materials appropriately.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The purpose of this organizational unit is to provide basic, detail
and project–specific housekeeping services to all University
buildings.
Position Information
Position Number
551276
Competency Level
Contributing
Working Position Title
Custodian/Housekeeper
Building and Room No.
1602 Lowery St
Work Hours: From [time] to [time] on [days] of [week]
7:00AM - 4:00PM; Monday - Friday, some mandatory weekends during
the summer
Hours per week
40
Months per year
12
Appointment Type
Permanent Full-Time
If Time Limited.
No
Appointment Length.
12
DHR Assigned Fields
FTE
1
Requirements and Preferences
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or
other emergencies
All - Emergency and Pandemic on site
Position required to work On-Call/Emergency Callback
Yes
Minimum Experience/Education
Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow
instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an
equivalent combination of training and experience.
Special certification may be required for some of these
positions.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,
Education
- Experience with institutional cleaning in an educational
setting, preferably higher education.
- Familiarity with a variety of cleaning equipment, including,
but not limited to; vacuums, burnishers, scrubbers, extractors and
wet vacs.
- Demonstrated flexibility in regard to adjustments in job tasks
and assignments.
Required License or Certification
Valid US Driver's License
No
Commercial Driver's License Required
No
Physical Required
No
List any other medical/drug tests required
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
SPA01067P
Internal Posting Only
No
Time Limited Position
No
Appointment Length
State Salary Range
$33,540 - $47,847
Internal Salary Range
$33,540 - $35,350
Open Date
10/21/2026
Close Date
10/27/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on
candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E
requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary
would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and
market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic
application. The application must be competed in full detail
(including work history) for your qualifications to be
considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you
not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you
receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of
applying for a position.
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Competency
Technical Knowledge
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
Includes, but is not limited to, daily routine/detail cleaning and
resupply of assigned work areas in a timely manner. Performs basic
cleaning such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting,
disinfecting, vacuuming, removing trash, etc. Fills dispensers,
such as tissue and soap dispensers with the proper product and
appropriate amounts. Clean restrooms (to include sweeping and
mopping floors, commodes and urinals, sinks, mirrors and
dispensers. Detail cleaning of assigned area, high and low dusting,
glass/lobbies. Project-related tasks such as floor care, deep
restroom cleaning, and occasional custodial related outdoor tasks
are expected to be performed as directed. Improvement of cleaning
performance is stressed and should be accomplished while adhering
to departmental practices regarding green cleaning
policies/processes, safety policies, and assigned routines. Staff
members are also expected to perform absentee coverage as
directed.
Staff members are expected to submit supply requests on a
predetermined date as directed by supervision while utilizing
departmental request forms. Staff members are also expected to
utilize only chemicals and supplies provided by the university
department. Laundry should be turned in for cleaning and retrieved
per supervisor direction on a regular basis (as defined by
supervision) and staff members are expected to monitor equipment
status for malfunctions and submit updated information to the
supervisor and/or team leader on a regular basis while advising
them on changes to equipment locations and providing feedback when
repair is needed. Staff members will also be expected to be able to
diagnose the correct minor equipment issues (e.g., vacuum cleaner
bags/filters) and clean equipment/closets per departmental
schedule.
Percentage Of Time
75
Competency
Interpersonal Skills
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
Communicates with colleagues and customers in a manner that allows
work to be completed. Offers to assist co-workers when needed and
shares knowledge, resources, etc. to reach common goals.
Acknowledges the importance of others’ opinions and ideas and
offers suggestions to improve work output. Attends and seeks out
training to further enhance skills. Specifically, displaying a
positive attitude during day-to-day interactions with co-workers,
students, faculty and staff and avoiding behavior that is
considered disruptive to departmental processes and/or
functions.
Percentage Of Time
10
Competency
Customer Service
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
Greets customers professionally and courteously. Receive visitors
and the general public in a courteous, professional, and helpful
manner daily. Contacts the supervisor for any person requesting
access without a university issued badge and turns in lost items to
responsible personnel. Maintains a positive attitude and demeanor
daily and displays excellent customer service skills to colleagues,
students, staff, and visitors. Knows the role of clients in the
work environment.
Percentage Of Time
5
Competency
Communication
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
Clearly and concisely conveys verbal, non-verbal (sign language,
body language, gestures), or written information and ideas to
individuals or groups to ensure they understand the message.
Listens and responds appropriately to messages from others.
Expected to engage in electronic and written communication to
ensure completion of mandatory forms and documents to include (but
not limited to) proper signing in/out for attendance purposes daily
and signing in/out of university property (ex: keys/radios/etc.).
Performs computer-related tasks as assigned, such as digital time
reporting, online training, performance appraisal tasks and
reading/acknowledgement of messages from the
university/department.
Percentage Of Time
5
Competency
Safety and Health Compliance
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
Demonstrates an understanding of and maintains conditions that
ensure a healthy and safe working environment. Makes sure equipment
is working properly and report malfunctions of equipment as they
occur. Adheres to University safety and health standards wearing
appropriate issued personal protective equipment ( PPE ), supplies
and materials. This includes (but not limited to) proper labeling
of bottles and shelves, paper products on a pallet or shelf space
in a neat and orderly fashion, cleaning cloths folded and stored
neatly on shelves and soiled linen put away appropriately or
returned to the appropriate location for laundering.
Attends/completes departmentally assigned training as
directed.
Percentage Of Time
5
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Applicant Document
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- References List
