Custodial Worker 2

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Custodial Worker 2 to join the Environmental Services North District. The role focuses on hard floor refinishing, carpet cleaning, shower cleaning, and upholstery care in residence halls, with occasional duties around other buildings as needed.

You will provide cleaning support, lift and move furniture, and respond to emergencies while maintaining safety and cleanliness. The position typically operates 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Six months in Custodial Worker 1 or equivalent experience.
• Documented completion of advanced custodian certification testing (e.g., CMI, 3M, SMART).
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers; basic reading and writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform hard floor refinishing and maintenance tasks.
• Clean carpets, public/shower areas, and upholstery; assist with bed lifting and furniture removal.
• Respond to emergencies and report damages; interact with students and staff to maintain standards.

Skills

CW1 experience

Certification testing

Basic math

Reading/writing

Tools

Carpet extractor

Floor burnisher

Auto scrubber

Job description

Custodial Worker 2# Careers## Custodial Worker 2Apply: Columbus Campus: Full time: Posted Today: R161144Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.## Job Title:Custodial Worker 2## Department:Student Life | Environmental Services North District**Job Description** The Custodial Worker 2 will complete assigned project work that will assist the Student Life Environmental Services Department in providing a clean and safe environment for student residents, guests, and staff of The Ohio State University. This position will specialize in project work consisting of hard floor surface refinishing, hard floor maintenance and special cleaning, carpet cleaning, public/shared shower cleaning, and upholstery cleaning; bed lifting and furniture removal; responsible for a variety of other day-to-day cleaning; responsible for maintenance tasks as needed; climbs ladders and scaffolding; changes lightbulbs and completes high dusting; may be asked to respond to emergencies; reports any damage or theft discovered in work area; interact with and build relationships with students and building staff while maintaining productivity standards and goals; normally works 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; weekend work is required; this position will be primarily responsible for residence halls, but may be required to work in an Environmental Services department/building from district to district per operational needs; The Custodial Worker 2 must successfully complete and pass the CMI Basic Module training and exam during their probationary period-failure to do so may result in probationary removal. **Qualifications** Required: Per CCS specifications; Six months in Custodial Worker 1 title or equivalent experience; documentation of successful completion of department specific, advanced custodian certification testing (examples include Cleaning Management Institute, 3M(TM), S.M.A.R.T. Program, or other certification program recognized in the cleaning industry as reputable); ability to add, subtract, multiple and divide whole numbers and to read and write common vocabulary plus. Desired: Experience (1 year) of institutional or large facility cleaning; experience (1 year) in operation of carpet extractor, floor burnisher/buffer, walk behind or ride-on auto scrubber, and/or various other types of cleaning equipment; ability to lift and/or move furniture; ability to lift 25 to 75 pounds.## Additional Information:**Compensation**The pay range for this position is $17.05 - $21.31 based on experience. This position is eligible for weekend and evening shift premiums as applicable.## Location:William Hall Complex - Neil Building (0846)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**First Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***