Custodian
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Education / Teaching
Custodian I
Job
Location:
Columbus State University
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem‑solving. They challenge students to discover their passions—and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full‑time benefits‑eligible employees and some of our half‑time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable).
Full‑time employees who have been employed for more than 6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
The Custodian I serves as part of a team of 3–4 custodial staff. Each team is responsible for an assigned list of buildings and facilities in line with APPA standards for custodial services. This Custodian position will be based on Columbus State University's River Park campus.
Responsibilities- Perform and ensure cleaning requests are completed properly and in accordance with APPA standards.
- Assist in completing workloads for assigned buildings.
- Respond to custodial emergencies as needed.
- Serve as a brand ambassador of University Operations and Columbus State University.
- Other duties may be assigned.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- One to three years of related supervisory experience and/or training.
The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $27,836–$29,816 and includes full benefits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities- Ability to frequently stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- Occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, taste, smell.
- Considerable knowledge of proper custodial services practices, techniques, and procedures.
- Considerable knowledge of the operations and use of equipment, tools, and supplies used in custodial maintenance.
- Ability to occasionally lift 30–50 pounds.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
If you have any questions, please contact Carolyn Rockeymore, Hiring Manager, via email at .
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