Residential Custodian — Day Shift (Campus Facilities)

University of Kansas; Tipton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement program

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition assistance

Educational development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

University of Kansas is seeking a Custodian for the residential day shift. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing bath areas, floor care for carpeted and hard surfaces, and maintaining equipment in residence halls.

The role involves moving furniture, setting up for programs, and supporting a safe campus environment. Work is Monday–Friday, 8:00AM–4:30PM with possible weekend rotation; benefits include paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds frequently.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel frequently.
• Ability to work on step ladders.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Willingness to work under varied temperatures and weather.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize baths and fixtures multiple times daily.
• Vacuum, bonnet, and extract carpeted floors and clean hard surfaces.
• Clean entrances, exteriors, elevators, and common areas.
• Prepare empty rooms for occupancy and arrange furniture to standard layouts.
• Maintain and replenish supplies; mix chemicals per MSDS safety specifications.
• Perform other custodial tasks and assist across facilities as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Flexibility

Overtime readiness

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor scrubbers

Polishing machines

Job description

University of Kansas is seeking a Custodian for the residential day shift. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing bath areas, floor care for carpeted and hard surfaces, and maintaining equipment in residence halls.

The role involves moving furniture, setting up for programs, and supporting a safe campus environment. Work is Monday–Friday, 8:00AM–4:30PM with possible weekend rotation; benefits include paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement, and tuition assistance.