Custodian

South Texas College; United States; On-site; USD 17,900 - 25,494; Full time

Job summary

South Texas College is seeking a Custodian to perform a wide range of custodial duties, ensuring a clean, orderly and safe environment across campus facilities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED (with preferred custodial experience) and the ability to read/write in English or Spanish. The position involves flexible hours, potential travel within the district, and adherence to safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; with one (1) year of custodial experience, preferred.
• Able to read and write in English or Spanish; follow written instructions.
• Must meet established cleaning standards; knowledge of chemicals and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and comprehensive custodial maintenance of assigned facilities.
• Secures and unlocks facilities.
• Cleans and disinfects all campus facilities including restrooms, offices, classrooms, labs, hallways and the child care center; stocks facilities with paper and supplies.
• Vacuums and spot cleans carpets and furniture; sweeps and mops tile floors.
• Cleans marker boards, desktops, windows, doors and walls.
• Collects and removes trash in accordance with established procedures.
• Reports and responds to emergency calls for custodial assistance; reports security and maintenance concerns.
• Identifies stains and uses proper chemicals for removal.
• Adheres to safety and health regulations.
• Maintains inventory and submits written requests for supplies; tests and evaluates new supplies and equipment.
• Moves and assembles furniture.
• Sets up for special events, as directed.
• Travels throughout the college district, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety rules interpretation

Shifts flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED; with 1 year custodial experience preferred

20 years custodial experience; English/Spanish literacy

Tools

Custodial equipment

Job description

Special Instructions

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Job Description

Department: Custodial

The Custodian performs a wide variety of custodial duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment.

Essential Functions

• Performs routine and comprehensive custodial maintenance of assigned facilities.
• Secures and unlocks facilities.
• Cleans and disinfects all campus facilities including restrooms, offices, classrooms, labs, hallways and the child care center; stocks facilities with paper and supplies.
• Vacuums and spot cleans carpets and furniture; sweeps and mops tile floors.
• Cleans marker boards, desktops, windows, doors and walls.
• Collects and removes trash in accordance with established procedures.
• Reports and responds to emergency calls for custodial assistance; reports security and maintenance concerns.
• Identifies stains and uses proper chemicals for removal.
• Adheres to safety and health regulations.
• Maintains inventory and submits written requests for supplies; tests and evaluates new supplies and equipment.
• Moves and assembles furniture.
• Sets up for special events, as directed.
• Travels throughout the college district, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED; with one (1) year of custodial experience, preferred.
• 20 years of custodial experience and be able to read and write in English or Spanish.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must meet established cleaning standards.
• Thorough knowledge of custodial service tools, basic maintenance, cleaning agents, custodial equipment, cleaning techniques and performance standards.
• Knowledge of proper use of a wide range of chemicals according to state and federal regulations.
• Ability to safely dispose of hazardous materials; identify stains and use proper chemicals for their removal.
• Willing and able to work various hours, various locations, and rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, college closures, and holidays, as needed.
• Ability to travel throughout the college district using own reliable transportation.
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving the vision and mission of South Texas College.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply practical understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Checks, Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Security sensitive position: All applicants are subject to a criminal background check under South Texas College policy. In addition, subject to a federal background check. Must have or qualify for a valid Texas driver's license and proof of liability insurance.

Physical Requirements

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratic surfaces.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and similar structures.
• Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet; bending body downward and forward.
• Perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touch, especially with fingertips.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, including detailed instructions to other workers accurately and concisely.
• Standing for sustained periods of time.
• Close visual acuity to perform detailed work such as transcribing, reading, operating a computer terminal, and performing visual inspections.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock.

Minimum Compensation

• Minimum Compensation $15.75 per hour.
• Desired Start Date: August 17, 2026.
• Posting Close Date: March 8, 2026 11:59pm.