Residential Custodian

Position: Residential Life Custodian
Job Description

The Residential Life Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming living environment within the university residence halls. Working under the supervision of the Residential Life Custodial Supervisor and alongside a team of custodial staff and student workers, the custodian performs cleaning, sanitation, and light maintenance in student residences, offices, public areas, and building exteriors. This position plays a critical role in promoting student well-being, health, and comfort in the residential community.

These responsibilities may apply to one or multiple residential buildings. Specific assignments may rotate.

General Custodial Duties

• Clean, disinfect, and dust common areas such as lobbies, hallways, lounges, kitchens, TV rooms, chapel, and gym.

• Perform routine cleaning of offices: dust furniture, desks, blinds, cabinets, doors, shelves, and window sills; vacuum/mop floors; empty trash and replace liners.

• Clean and reset dorm and guest rooms between occupants, including surfaces, floors, windows, and furniture.

• Maintain and clean all glass doors, windows, stairwells, and interior doorways.

• Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors in all assigned areas.

Community Bathrooms

• Clean, disinfect, and dust toilets, sinks, showers, dividers, mirrors, and floors.

Kitchen Areas

• Clean and disinfect kitchen equipment and surfaces including sinks, countertops, refrigerators, stoves/ovens, cabinets, tables, and chairs.

Building Exterior & Entrances

• Maintain cleanliness of building entrances, sidewalks, and surrounding areas.

• Clean restrooms, glass doors, and drinking fountains located near or at entrances.

Janitorial & Supply Maintenance

• Keep custodial and maintenance closets clean, stocked, and organized.

• Properly store and care for cleaning equipment and supplies.

• Submit custodial supply requests and work orders to the Residential Life Custodial Supervisor.

• Responsible for the condition and proper use of custodial equipment assigned to the area.

Other Responsibilities

• Move furniture and supplies as needed.

• Assist with room transitions during seasonal occupancy changes (e.g., summer housing, fall move-in).
• Follow all university safety procedures and guidelines when using chemicals and equipment (in accordance with SDS requirements).

• Complete other duties as assigned by the Residential Life Custodial Supervisor.

Required Skills

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and the ability to safely follow Safety Data Sheet (SDS) guidelines.

• Ability to apply common sense and sound judgment in routine problem-solving situations.

• Comfortable using passive vocabulary of 5,000-6,000 words and defining unfamiliar terms as needed.

• Good time management and organizational skills.

• Capable of working effectively around student residents in a professional and respectful manner.

Physical Requirements

• Must be in good physical condition and able to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to:

• Stand and walk for long periods.

• Bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs/ladders.

• Extend arms and use fingers/hands for precise work.

• Balance on uneven or narrow surfaces.

• Use repetitive motions and exert physical effort in lifting or moving heavy items.

• Average hearing and vision necessary for communication and task inspection.

• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions.

Special Requirements

• Must be able to work with or around cleaning chemicals and dust.

• May be exposed to noise, heat/cold, or outdoor conditions during daily work.

Required Experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Three (3) to five (5) years of custodial experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Familiarity with cleaning procedures, tools, equipment, and chemical safety protocols.

• Basic English proficiency required for reading labels and communicating via email, phone, or text; bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

• Strong attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adapt to evolving priorities.

Wage Range: $17.01 - $18.00 per hour