Custodial I Student Worker | 1st Shift

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a Custodian I to maintain clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing spaces on campus and off-campus facilities. The role focuses on daily cleaning, sanitizing bathrooms and interiors, and supporting the university’s mission through teamwork.

Part-time evening shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM; starting wage $12.77 per hour, with Virginia minimum wage guidance. Applicants must be Liberty students eligible for Federal Work-Study.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform custodial duties.
• Must be a current Liberty University student and eligible for FWS.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize bathrooms and interior spaces daily.
• Collect trash and recyclables from all facilities.
• Wear and maintain PPE; report unsafe conditions.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely per LU/OSHA rules.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as shoveling snow.
• Work as part of a team to support the university mission.
• Follow supervisor directions and perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Teamwork

Dependability

Education

High school degree or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Protective equipment use

Job description

The Custodian I is responsible for maintaining multisensory excellence standards for all LU facilities, on and off campus, by way of cleaning and sanitizing interior spaces. Emphasizing a clean, orderly and aesthetically pleasing environment; the Custodian I will work alongside teammates and supervisors, utilizing good judgement to support the University’s mission by providing a safe and sanitary environment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Reports to work at the required time and performs duties as assigned by the Custodial Supervisor.
2. Performs daily cleaning and sanitizing of all bathroom facilities, including floors, toilets, walls, partitions, sinks, mirrors, showers, windows, and glass doors. Uses brooms, mop, buckets, vacuum cleaners, and other related cleaning equipment.
3. Performs daily cleaning of all interior facility spaces, such as offices, halls, classrooms, labs, food service areas, and common areas.
4. Collects trash and recyclable materials from all facilities, for collection, removal and disposal of.
5. Wear, use, and maintain proper personal protective equipment.
6. Reports any unsafe conditions or incidents of suspicious activity or persons. As well as any maintenance repair issues to appropriate area supervisor.
7. Safe and proper use of cleaning agents. Maintains awareness and knowledge of all health and safety regulations and procedures pertaining to custodial operations; follows LU and OSHA health and safety rules, procedures and standards.
8. Undertakes occasional seasonal tasks such as shoveling snow from the sidewalk. Additional information may be found here
9. All other duties as assigned.
10. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

Qualifications, Credentials, and Competencies

1. This position requires a high school degree or GED.
2. Must be able to work well with the public and co-workers and present a positive attitude. Clean and professional appearance.
3. Must be courteous, detailed oriented. self-motivated, diligent, trustworthy, possess strong organizational skills and well-developed communication skills.
4. Must be able to lift up to 50+ pounds and perform duties of the Custodial trade in typical Virginia Climate and in an indoor/ outdoor setting.
5. Experience with residential, and/ or commercial/ industrial cleaning (methods and safety) field is preferred.
6. Working knowledge of safe and efficient operation of electrically and propane powered and manual cleaning equipment. Must be willing to be trained and follow directions.
7. Ability to carry out written instructions and implement tasks, as well as be able to bend, crouch, kneel, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
8. Must be Federal Work Study (FWS) eligible to apply. You are eligible to apply for an FWS position if it is offered on your financial aid offer.
9. Must be a current Liberty University student to apply. Working hours will be between 3:00 PM and 11:30 PM, depending on availability.

Time Type

Part time

Location

Onsite

Pay Rate

Starting at $12.77

Student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage per hour.

Pay may vary by position and department based on job responsibilities, required skills, available funding, and market conditions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes.

It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.

Opportunity Details

Come develop and improve valuable skills to use throughout your career by working at LU! We have many positions open that provide opportunities for students to serve the local Lynchburg community. Many offer flexible schedules to allow students to attend classes and complete their coursework. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971. As one of the nation’s largest Christian universities, Liberty employs a diverse community of faculty, staff, and student professionals who are united by a shared mission and commitment to excellence. Through their dedication and service, Liberty employees help create a collaborative, faith-driven environment that supports meaningful work and lasting impact.