Custodial Operations Specialist

The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law; Vermillion (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Dakota is seeking a Custodial Operations Specialist for the Intercollegiate Athletics department in Vermillion. The role involves setting up for events, performing custodial tasks, cleaning facilities, and ensuring spaces are well maintained.

The position requires the ability to work in a team, a proactive approach, knowledge of basic custodial duties, and reliable attendance. Physical duties include lifting up to 50 lbs and various mobility tasks.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proactive attitude with good customer service skills.
• Knowledge of light custodial duties.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine event set-ups and custodial duties for athletic and outside events.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms; dust, mop, and floor care.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment as needed.
• Snow removal from sidewalks and stairs.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with strong customer service.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Posting Details

Logo Institution The University of South Dakota

Working Title Custodial Operations Specialist

Posting Number CSA02753P

Department USD-Intercollegiate Athletics

Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion

Posting Text

Duties

Performs routine event set-ups and custodial duties to ensure areas within the Athletic Department are prepared for both athletic and outside events and the facilities are well maintained. Must be able to work in a team environment with different individuals. This is a fast paced environment with a need for proactive attitude and good customer service skills. Must possess knowledge of light custodial and janitorial duties. Regular and reliable attendance is an expectation.

Duties may include set-up and take-down of equipment for athletic and special events and may be required to move, lift, carry and/or arrange furniture, equipment, and other objects as needed. The duties also include but not limited to; clean and sanitize restrooms, collect and remove refuse from offices and buildings, dusting, mopping, window cleaning, carpet cleaning, waxing, scrubbing, polishing and snow removal from sidewalks and stairs.

Qualifications: Ability to work at heights, and include but not limited to bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, balance, climbing, squatting/sitting, twisting, grasping, and crawling. Reach at various levels from floor to overhead. Ability to move/manipulate/carry up to 50 lbs.

Posting Date 09/10/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 09/24/2026 Advertised Salary Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours Depends on shift and event/game schedule. Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Weekends/Holidays If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations

The University of South Dakota is the flagship institution of South Dakota, located on a 216-acre campus in Vermillion, in the southeast corner of South Dakota. USD is a NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Summit League and Missouri Valley Football Conference. For further information regarding USD, and the Athletic Department, please refer to our website at www.GoYotes.com.

“Founded in 1862, The University of South Dakota is designated as the only public liberal arts university in the state and is home to a comprehensive College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, the state’s only School of Law, School of Medicine, the accredited Beacom School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. It has an enrollment of more than 10,100 students taught by 400 faculty members. More information is available at www.usd.edu/press/news.”

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements Frequent Change, Pace-average, Verbal Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Protective Clothing, Surgical Mask If other protection is used please identify

Physical Requirements

Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Lifting heavy, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected

Sensory Requirements

Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Changes of Temperature, Chemical Hazards, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity) Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

Athletic/Wellness Facilities If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other
• Reference List