Custodian

Grand Rapids Community College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Grand Rapids Community College seeks a dedicated custodian to maintain campus facilities, open and secure buildings, monitor alarm systems, and support operations across college buildings.

The 40-hour weekly night shift (Mon-Fri, 10:00 PM–6:30 AM) offers hands-on cleaning, snow removal, and facility maintenance with on-the-job training available. Reports to Building Manager; GRCC provides full-time benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• On‑the‑job training available; commercial cleaning experience in educational environment preferred
• Strong reliability and punctuality required

Responsibilities

• Clean hardwood surfaces
• Clean carpeting and upholstery
• Clean terrazzo and tile/linoleum floors
• Clean restrooms, stairwells, classrooms, offices, etc.
• Order supplies/cleaning products
• Replace fluorescent tubes and bulbs
• Snow removal
• Open and secure facilities
• Identify chemicals and cleaning fluids for appropriate tasks
• Be able to work a flexible schedule based on building requirements
• Operate pallet jack and scissors lift
• Drive a vehicle
• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Flexibility

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Carpet extractors

Floor scrubbers

Wet vacuums

Ladders

Snow removal equipment

Pallet jacks

Vehicle operation

Job description

A great place to work.

The custodian's position is primarily to provide support at various college buildings as directed by the facilities operations building manager. The position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of facilities; the surrounding external adjacent area; performing minor maintenance; and snow removal from walkways. A major aspect besides cleaning of the facility is to ensure it is open and then secured at the end of day. Additionally, the individual must be cognizant of the fire alarm and security systems.

Requisition ID: 1203
Position Number: 00002165
Employee Group: CEBA
Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks, Monday through Friday, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM
Compensation:

• Custodian I: $18.95
• Custodian II: $20.12
• Shift differential: $0.55 / hour for 3rd shift

Benefits: Full-time
Reports to: Building Manager
Posting Opens: 9/24/2026
Posting Closes: 10/8/2026

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Cleaning of hardwood surfaces
• Cleaning of carpeting and upholstery
• Cleaning of terrazzo and tile/linoleum floors
• Cleaning of restrooms, stairwells, classrooms, offices, etc.
• Ordering of supplies/cleaning products
• Replacement of fluorescent tubes and light bulbs
• Snow removal
• Opening and securing of facilities
• Unclogging of toilets/sinks
• Identification of chemicals and cleaning fluids for appropriate tasks
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule based on building requirements
• Use of pallet jack
• Use of scissors lift
• Driving a vehicle
• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education Credentials

• A minimum of a high school degree or GED diploma required

Work Experience

• Training on the job available with limited to no commercial cleaning experience
• Commercial cleaning experience in an educational environment preferred

Skills

• Must be able to use a variety of carpet extractors (walk behind/push-pull), Taski dry foam swing scrubbers, operate all floor hand rotary and vibrating scrubbers, operate wet vacuums, use 4'; 6'; 8'; and 10' ladders, use carpet bonnet machines, use and have knowledge of all cleaning chemicals and dispensing systems, gas and electric power sprayers, all general use custodial equipment such as mops, buckets, brooms, dusters, etc., operate snow blowers, use salt spreaders, use man lifts and pallet jacks, do light electrical and plumbing work using pliers, use screwdrivers, plungers, etc., and be able to drive a vehicle
• Maintain good attendance and be punctual when arriving to and leaving work
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing via email. Have the ability to provide customer service to faculty, staff, students and the general public
• Be able to work independently
• Be able to adjust to a flexible and changing schedule

Physical Demands

• Be able to lift 50 pounds
• Be able to work indoors with or without heat and air conditioning
• Must be punctual and have good attendance record

Mental Demands

• Be able to adjust to a flexible and changing schedule
• The ability to work with a variety of college staff personnel

Working Conditions

• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our policies website .
• Working alone
• Working late at night into early morning
• Work indoors and outdoors
• Work with or without heat and air conditioning, and outside during all types of weather
• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsite gym membership .

HIRING PROCESS

GRCC uses an Evidence Based Selection Process, where we make data driven hiring decisions to help mitigate bias throughout the hiring process. As part of this process, candidates will participate in reference checks and interviews.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services and employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.