Custodian

Motlow State Community College; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and more

Wellness Incentive Program

Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver,Tu​

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity Pay

Retirement Options: State of TN Pensi​

14 Paid Holidays/Year

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Sick Leave Bank

State Employee Discount Program with 0

Job summary

Volunteer State Community College seeks a Custodian to support daily cleaning and maintenance across facilities. Responsibilities include routine cleaning, waste disposal, window cleaning, and stocking supplies while ensuring safe handling of chemicals and adherence to safety guidelines.

The role requires teamwork and helps prepare spaces for events and meetings. Candidate should have a High School diploma or GED and at least one year of custodial experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and maintain custodial equipment.
• Knowledge of safe handling and use of cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and disposal guidelines for hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning tasks: mop, vacuum, dust and arrange furniture.
• Clean interior/exterior windows and glass surfaces; empty waste; recycle per guidelines.
• Maintain supplies in classrooms, restrooms, offices, and public areas; restock as needed.
• Operate custodial equipment safely and perform basic maintenance checks.
• Support event setups and collaborate with team to complete group tasks.

Skills

Custodial equipment operation

Chemical handling

Reading & communication

Safety procedures

Lift up to 50 lbs

Timesheets & training on computer

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Title: Custodian

Institution:Volunteer State Community College

Job Summary:

Assists with the operations and functions of the Department of Plant Operations primarily to keep buildings and surrounding areas clean.

Job Duties:

Performs routine cleaning tasks, such as mopping, vacuuming carpets, dusting, assists in moving and arranging of furniture and equipment. Cleans interior glass, wall partitions and interior and exterior windows. Removes disposable waste materials from buildings and premises; recycles per VSCC Recycling Guidelines. Performs primary daily functions of cleaning and restocking supplies in classrooms, restrooms, offices, public areas and supply areas. Ensures proper care, use, and performs routine maintenance on equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and good environmental practices. Perform routine floor care to hard surface and carpeted floors. Routinely completes setups for events/meetings. Works well with other custodians toward the timely accomplishment of group projects and team set-ups. Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED equivalent.
One (1) year verifiable custodial or janitorial experience in a business or education environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to properly operate and maintain custodial equipment.
Ability to correctly use/administer chemicals and supplies.
Ability to understand written and verbal communications.
Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures to include disposal procedures of hazardous materials.
Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
Ability to operate a computer in order to fill out timesheets and perform other required Safety and Human Resource training.

Pay Rate: $32,136 - $34,196 annual salary depending on experience

Volunteer State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/HSA
• Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in Health)
• Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401K with up to $50/month match, 403b, and 457
• 14 Paid Holidays/Year
• Annual Leave (if applicable)
• Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Bank
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Applicants may be subject to a background check.

Work Hours: 4:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.