Custodian

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a Custodian II to perform cleaning and maintenance across campus facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning floors, restrooms, windows, and common areas; setting up rooms for meetings; reporting damages; and supporting snow removal.

Shift options range from 4:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing stairs, and working in varied temperatures; university benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write.
• A valid driver’s license may be required for certain positions.
• One year of general maintenance and/or custodial experience preferred.
• Some knowledge of methods for cleaning equipment and buildings; mechanical ability for minor repair of equipment.
• Daily tasks require bending, reaching, lifting and standing for long periods.
• Work may involve areas of extreme temperatures and use of cleaning chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning of floors, walls, windows, restrooms and common areas.
• Dust furniture, empty trash, replenish supplies and maintain orderly spaces.
• Prepare rooms for meetings by setting up chairs, tables and equipment.
• Report damages, breakages and items needing repair to supervisor.
• Assist with snow removal and ice spreading around building entrances.
• Ensure safety standards and proper use of equipment.

Skills

Reading & writing

Driver's license

Custodial experience

Cleaning equipment knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Description

Perform miscellaneous duties in the care and cleaning of university buildings: sweep floors with broom and dust mops, empty trash receptacles, clean trash cans, spot wash walls, dust furniture, clean windows, sweep and shovel snow from building entrances, clean drinking fountains, wash blackboard, replenish chalk and other related duties.

Clean assigned rooms, halls, entrances, stairways and elevators.

May occasionally perform general housekeeping tasks requiring standing on stools, benches, stepladders or fixed furniture.

Reasonable safety standards are to be observed in the performance of work above ground or floor level.

May replace light bulbs.

May wet-mop floors, prepare floors for waxing, apply wax and scrub floors.

Prepare rooms for meetings by setting up chairs, tables and necessary equipment; vacuum carpet, polish metal and order custodial supplies as needed.

May be assigned work in areas requiring special use of disinfectants, cleaning techniques and sanitation procedures (such as in hospital isolation rooms, operating rooms, recovery rooms and laboratories).

Clean and stock restrooms continually through the day: wet-mop floors, clean and disinfect sinks, stools and commodes; clean and polish mirrors, wash walls and restock restrooms with supplies required.

Perform miscellaneous duties such as making beds, collecting and distributing towels and linens, supplying rooms with soap, and drinking glasses and other similar items.

Report breakages, damages, thefts and items in need of repair.

May perform building security duties such as locking and unlocking doors, checking windows, turning lights on or off, etc., report items that need repair to superior.

May inform students, employees and the public of housekeeping regulations.

Because of necessary fluctuations of workloads, an incumbent in this class may be required, on an occasional basis and according to need, to perform duties outside his/her area at a level of skill the same as or lower than required by his/her ordinary assignment.

Normal safety requirements, scheduling and the most efficient use of staff and equipment are taken into consideration in such assignments.

Keep entry ways cleaned up to 20 feet out from building and assist with snow removal and spreading ice melt 10 feet out from building.

Hiring Department

Facility Operations

Shift

4:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Monday - Friday

Minimum Qualifications

• A job offer for this position is contingent on passing a physical examination to determine if the candidate possesses the physical capabilities necessary to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to read and write.
• A valid driver’s license may be required for certain positions.
• One year of general maintenance and/or custodial experience preferred.
• Some knowledge of methods for cleaning equipment and buildings; mechanical ability for minor repair of equipment.
• Ability on a daily basis to:
• Visualize work area and determine what tasks need to be performed
• Bend, squat, reach, stretch, walk, stand, sit, grasp and twist repeatedly
• Climb stairs, step stools, and ladders; climb and descend stairwells
• Lift, carry, and set down objects of moderate weight (25- 50 lbs.)
• Work may include one or more of the following:
• Working in areas of extreme temperatures
• Wearing a backpack vacuum for long periods of time
• Wearing protective mask and hearing protection devices
• Working around dust and cleaning chemicals
• Good physical coordination and mechanical aptitude sufficient to perform assigned duties.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary: $16.24 per hour

Grade: GGS-C

University Title: Custodian II

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Other Information

At the University of Missouri, Campus Facilities Operations is dedicated to creating a safe, efficient, and inspiring environment that fosters education, research, and service excellence. Our team manages campus facilities and infrastructure through services including Engineering, Custodial Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Inventory Management, Sustainability, and Project Management, ensuring seamless daily operations. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the university community and help shape the future of Mizzou with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Union Bid Period

4/1/2026 – 4/7/2026

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.