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Washington State University (WSU) in Pullman, WA is seeking a Custodian 1 to perform custodial tasks and maintain cleanliness and care of facilities under general supervision. This is a full-time, permanent position with overtime eligibility and multiple shift options.
Available shifts include weekdays and evenings, with a starting monthly salary range of $3,195 to $4,201 and progression through salary steps. Benefits, retirement, and tuition waiver opportunities are provided to eligible staff.
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: October 18, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s): 678I-YN_CS_NPS - Custodian 1
Business Title: Custodian 1
Employee Type: Classified
Position Details: The Opportunity: Under general supervision, you perform custodial tasks to maintain cleanliness and care of facilities within assigned area.
Additional Information: This is a full time (100%), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible .
Monthly Salary: $3,195 to $4201 Monthly | Range 34 (Step A-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Benefits:
Required Qualifications: Minimum age of 18.
Preferred Qualifications: Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
Area/College: Facilities Services
Department Name: Facilities Services, Operations
Location: Pullman, WA 99164
Facilities Services' primary mission is the stewardship, maintenance, and operations of the campus buildings, grounds, and utilities on the Pullman campus. We aspire to the service provider of choice and the employer of choice. We believe in developing solutions of lasting value through robust dialogue and collaboration with our campus partners and industry. Our staff of skilled trades-people, custodians, architects, engineers, interior designers, and support staff strive to demonstrate our commitment to integrity and professionalism.
As one of the nation's top public research institutions, Washington State University (WSU) conducts research that improves the lives of people in Washington, the United States, and across the globe. When you make the choice to join WSU, you are joining a community committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. You will join a team of faculty and staff dedicated to bringing the world the next generation of innovators, leaders, health care providers, and citizens.
The university offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees including health care and dental care options, retirement plans, long-term disability insurance, paid time off, professional development and a host of work/life quality programs. In addition, eligible employees may apply for a tuition waiver for many academic classes offered on campus. For more information about the benefits and programs available to WSU employees, follow Employee Types and Benefits.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification