Custodial Specialist I

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Employee discounts

Flexible work environment

Job summary

A public research university in Florida seeks a Custodial Specialist I for its Health Science Campus. The role involves maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of campus facilities, including cleaning restrooms and common areas, vacuuming, and performing waste removal. Candidates should have at least 9th-grade education, custodial knowledge, and the ability to follow safety protocols. The position requires adaptability, fidelity to schedule, and teamwork, with benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Completion of 9th grade or equivalent education/experience.
• 1+ years in a custodial role preferred.
• Adaptable and able to work under urgent requirements.

Responsibilities

• Clean and stock restrooms and common facilities.
• Vacuum and mop assigned areas as needed.
• Conduct inventory control for custodial supplies.

Skills

Basic custodial knowledge

Attention to detail

Ability to follow safety guidelines

Interpersonal skills

Education

Completion of 9th grade

Tools

Floor care equipment

Dust mop

Scrub pad

Job description

Overview

Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world‑class standard in service.

Opportunity

Facilities and Business Operations is seeking to hire a Custodial Specialist I for the Health Science Campus at Lake Nona. This role is responsible for providing essential support for the operational maintenance and sanitation of campus buildings to ensure a safe, functional, clean, efficient, and attractive living and learning environment.

Duties include cleaning assigned areas to standard, troubleshooting issues, responding to service requests, and addressing emergencies or unforeseen situations as needed. The position also involves project cleaning and deep cleaning throughout the year, with assignments rotating based on departmental needs and cross‑training opportunities. At this level, the employee is expected to have basic custodial knowledge and skills, including hard floor care, carpet care, and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Clean and stock restrooms and other common‑use facilities according to standards, including sinks, shower/tubs, toilets, stalls, receptacles, mirrors, etc.
• Apply knowledge of industry sanitation practices and chemicals.
• Vacuum carpeted areas, including moving/replacing furniture and spot cleaning as needed.
• Sweep, dry/wet mop floors, stairwells, entries, and other assigned areas.
• Perform waste removal, including trash and recycling.
• Conduct surface cleaning such as dusting, wiping, and scrubbing of furniture, walls, equipment, kitchen appliances, and more.
• Shampoo and extract carpeted areas and/or upholstery.
• Refinish flooring through stripping, waxing, and buffing (including tile and VCT).
• Clean windows, glass, and building entries.
• Assist with inventory control and security, maintaining custodial closets in an organized manner.
• Support all university, local, state, and federal guidelines, regulations, and policies.
• Keep accurate time and job records of assigned work using electronic CMMS equipment.
• Participate in all required safety training and classes.
• Collaborate with other campus departments as needed.
• Report deficiencies such as maintenance issues, health, or sanitation concerns.
• Provide support to other Facilities Operations areas during personnel shortages, emergencies, or as otherwise assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of 9th grade. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of previous work experience in a custodial or similar role.
• Ability to use small and large tools for essential tasks (floor care equipment, mop/mop bucket, dust mop, broom, scrub pad, radio, etc.).
• Experience with standard office software applications and devices for work order systems (IWMS).
• Adaptable to work assignments and flexible for urgent trade requirements.
• Ability to comprehend safety guidelines and use approved chemicals by Environmental Health & Safety to perform essential job functions.
• Capable of operating a fleet vehicle as necessary.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Demonstrated capabilities in interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, calculation, reading, evaluating, comprehension, and organizing.

Health Assessment Required

UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is based at the UCF Health Sciences Campus in Lake Nona, located at 6850 Lake Nona Blvd, Orlando, FL 32827.

New hires selected for this position at the University of Central Florida can expect to be offered the base salary amount for the role. Compensation is determined in alignment with UCF’s pay structure and internal equity considerations.

Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment‑based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

This is an Auxiliary (AUX) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• Flexible work environment
• And more … For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

Location and Schedule

Department: Facilities Operations – Lake Nona.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.

Type of Appointment: Regular.

Expected Salary: $15.00 to Negotiable.

Job Posting End Date: 04‑02‑2026‑12‑00‑AM.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Veteran Preference

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf.

EEO and Other

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke‑free campus and an E‑Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407‑823‑1336 or email [e-mail].

For general application or posting questions, please email [e-mail].