3rd Shift (Fri/Sat) - Part-Time Custodian

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Michigan State University is seeking a Part-Time Custodian for a night shift on Fridays and Saturdays (10:30 pm – 6:30 am), 20 hours per week. The role involves cleaning tasks, safety-aware operations, and collaboration with student employees on campus.

Responsibilities include trash removal, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, restroom disinfection, and adherence to safety warnings. The position interacts with the University community and supports a high-performing, inclusive work culture.

Qualifications

• Cleaning and maintenance activities are expected as part of the role.
• Reads chemical, biological, or radioactive warning signs to ensure safety.
• Maintains product inventory and follows cleaning protocols.
• Works with student employees and communicates with the University community.

Responsibilities

• Removing trash and performing dusting, vacuuming and mopping.
• Disinfecting restrooms and maintaining hygiene standards.
• Reads and follows safety labels for chemicals and equipment.
• Removes snow using a shovel or snow blower.
• Engages with University community and serves as liaison with Public Safety.

Skills

Cleaning

Communication

Safety signs reading

Tools

Snow shovel

Snow blower

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Part-Time Custodian:

• Friday & Saturday only!
• 10:30 pm - 6:30 am | 20 hours a week.
• Great shift for someone as a 1st or 2nd job!

Duties:

• Removing Trash.
• Dusting.
• Vacuuming.
• Mopping.
• Disinfecting restrooms.
• These positions will perform cleaning and maintenance activities; understands and gives verbal or written instructions.
• Reads chemical, biological, or radioactive warning signs.
• Removes snow with a shovel or snow blower.
• Retains training information required for custodial methods, equipment, and products.
• Works with student employees and communicates and interacts with the University community.
• Serves as a liaison with the Department of Public Safety.
• Maintains product inventory.
• Makes independent decisions to accomplish acceptable cleaning standards using appropriate methods, products, and equipment.
• This position will engage in high-performing, leading-edge practices, valuing people, partners, and stewardship.

At IPF, we are committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive culture; engaging and hiring a diverse workforce.