3rd-Shift Custodial Technician — Clean & Safe Campus

Wright State University; Dayton, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University is seeking a Custodial Services Worker to perform cleaning duties under direct supervision. This 3rd shift role focuses on maintaining a clean, sanitary campus environment.

Responsibilities include cleaning restrooms, classrooms, offices and common areas, moving furnishings as needed, and following safety procedures with chemicals.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions and safety procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Pre-employment physical may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs general cleaning duties in assigned areas following established guidelines.
• Daily cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and common areas.
• Custodial duties to the exterior of building entrances as needed.
• Uses chemicals and equipment safely according to standards.
• Maintains custodial closet and reports equipment repairs.
• Move and rearrange furniture as required.

Skills

Communication

Safety procedures

Reading & following instructions

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a 3rd shift position working Monday-Thursday 9:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

EEO Statement

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title Custodial Services Worker

Job Category:

Job Category: Classified (non-exempt)

Department

Department Facilities Operations

EEO number:

EEO number: 26C355

Position FTE

100% FTE

Minimum Hourly Rate

Salary Band:

Salary Band: TM CSTD

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Under direct supervision, performs various cleaning functions in accordance with standard techniques and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, understand, and follow work related instructions, including safety procedures and directions on mixing chemicals. Requires interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and interact with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.

A pre-employment physical examination may be required before original appointment. An annual physical exam may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

Essential Functions and percent of time:

Performs all general cleaning duties in assigned areas within established guidelines to provide a clean, sanitary environment. Cleans entrance ways, restrooms, lobbies, lounge areas, dining areas, classrooms, labs, conference and meeting areas, office areas and stairwells. Duties include trash removal—both recycling and waste, dust mopping, sweeping and wet mopping floors; vacuuming and spot cleaning carpets; cleaning of glass, whiteboards and chalk boards; replenishes chalk, markers and erasers; spot cleans walls, fixtures and ledges; dusts and damp wipes. 50%

Performs daily cleaning and sanitizing of restrooms, to include trash removal, cleaning of toilets, urinals, sinks and fixtures, exposed plumbing pipes, door handles and kick plates, walls, partitions and mirrors. Replenishes bathroom supplies. 20%

May be required to perform custodial duties to the immediate exterior of the entrance to assigned buildings. 7%

Uses chemicals and equipment consistent with established safety standards and practices. 10%

Maintains custodial closet, chemicals and equipment. Reports the need for equipment repairs. 7%

May be required to plunge obstructed toilets. Reports the inability to clear obstructions to appropriate personnel. 3%

Moves and replaces furniture as needed. 3%

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions

Conditions may require walking, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, heavy lifting (less than or equal to 65 pounds), high climbing, bending, working in awkward positions handling equipment and materials.

There are conditions, equipment and materials present which require proper handling to ensure safety. Employees will be required to wear protective clothing and/or respiratory equipment when conditions warrant. Note: If a respirator is required for duties specific to this job, an annual respirator fit test and physical examination will be required.

A pre-employment physical examination will be required before original appointment. An annual physical exam may be required.

Any combination of overtime, shift work, weekend and holiday work may be required.

This position may be designated as “Essential” and/or the employee may required to provide a means to be contacted during non-duty hours for emergency.

Work schedule is 3rd shift Monday-Thursday 9:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.

Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a 3rd shift position working Monday-Thursday 9:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/05/2026

First Consideration Date:

Closing Date

Closing Date 08/18/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this position at Wright State University? Please check all that apply.
  • WSU Careers website
  • Academic Careers
  • Academic Keys
  • Chronicle
  • Diversity in Higher Ed
  • Diverse Issues in Higher Ed
  • Facebook
  • HBCU
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • LinkedIn
  • Social Media
  • Personal referral
  • Women in Higher Ed
  • Other
  • Job Fair or Hiring Event

3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy., Dayton, OH 45435 USA