Custodian 1 or 2

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking qualified Custodian 1 or 2 for Louise Garig Hall. You will maintain over 1,900,000 square feet across residence halls and student housing, performing routine cleaning, waste disposal, floor care, and equipment operation.

The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work with campus programs and events. Essential duties include cleaning public areas, handling waste, floor stripping and waxing, carpet care, exterior cleaning, and building security

Qualifications

• Must be capable of walking around a 10,000 square foot building multiple times daily.
• Able to ascend and descend the stairs of a 5-story building multiple times daily and stand for extended periods.
• Capable of moving furniture weighing 20 to 40 lbs and transporting cleaning carts and equipment.
• Pre-employment physical examination required.
• Background check required.
• Essential position and may be required to report to campus during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• 30% cleans residence hall lobbies, bathrooms, hallways and other assigned areas with sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting and polishing.
• 20% empties trash and recycling; disposes of waste and may handle bio-hazardous waste; ensures proper recycling.
• 10% cleans, strips, waxes and polishes floors using appropriate chemicals and machines.
• 10% operates wet/dry vacuums, carpet extractors and related equipment for cleaning.
• 10% washes exteriors, windows, walls and fixtures using power washers or related tools.
• 10% unlocks/locks buildings; moves furniture and supports events with setup.
• 5% performs additional custodial tasks; reports safety hazards; maintains equipment.
• 5% completes miscellaneous custodial duties to maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions.

Job description

## Custodian 1 or 2Apply: Louise Garig Hall: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 12, 2026 (6 days left to apply): R00121142## ****All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).****## **If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.**## Job Posting Title:Custodian 1 or 2## Position Type:Classified## Department:LSUAM AA - SA - ResLife - Housing - Operations (Jace Owens Sr. (00075635))## Work Location:Louise Garig Hall## Pay Grade:## Job Description:Serves on a custodian crew providing services for the Department of Residential Life maintaining over 1,900,000 square feet in residence halls and apartments housing over 6,000 students at the state's only comprehensive, Class 1 Research University with over 25,000 students and 4,500 full-time faculty and staff. High degrees of public contact and interaction with staff and students. Frequent contacts with general public through support provided for continuing education programs, seminars, institutes, workshops and conferences.* 30% Cleans residence hall lobbies, bathrooms, hallways and other assigned areas by sweeping mopping, scrubbing, dusting and polishing. Works in areas requiring a higher degree of knowledge and skill related to that specific area. May be required to work around or handle hazardous materials. Mixes or blends routine cleaning solutions to proper concentration.* 20% Empties trash and recycling containers, transports waste material to outdoor refuse containers or recycling containers as appropriate. May be responsible for removing and disposing of bio-hazardous waste. Determines by visual inspection if material is acceptable for recycling, according to written standards. Clean, decontaminate and deodorize waste containers.* 10% Cleans, strips, waxes and polishes floors using industrial size mops and/or commercial type floor machines. Uses commercial stripper, waxes, floor sealers, cleaners and pads according to label direction for correct dilution and application.* 10% Operates wet/dry vacuum, carpet extraction equipment, other commercial equipment as required for cleaning and shampooing carpets or cleaning up after water leaks or floods. Operate a flood pump or other equipment and materials* 10% Washes building exteriors, windows, walls, fixtures, steps and sidewalks using power washers, pressure sprayers, commercial window washing equipment, cleaning solutions or other related equipment and materials.* 10% Unlocks/locks campus buildings utilizing assigned building, room and master keys. Has responsibility for security of all keys issued as part of daily assignment. Moves and sets up tables, chairs, partitions, sign stanchions and other related equipment used for special events such as programs, registration, Spring Testing, etc. May be required to move or rearrange office furniture and fixtures.* 5% May perform a variety of other tasks including one or more of the following: maintain and clean equipment; wear safety equipment or clothing as instructed per supervisor; report safety hazards to supervisor; carry a note pad and pencil to record maintenance problems found in buildings; report maintenance needs of building and equipment daily.* 5% Perform any other miscellaneous custodial related duties necessary to maintain the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of buildings and grounds.**Custodian 1** **Minimum Qualifications:** No experience or training required.https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=100300\\*Test Score Not Required**Custodian 2** **Minimum Qualifications:** Six months of experience in custodial, housekeeping, grounds keeping or food service work.https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=100270**\\***Test Score Not Required**Special or Physical Qualifications (BOTH LEVELS):*** Must be capable of walking around a 10,000 square foot building multiple times daily and be able to ascend and descend the stairs of a 5 story building multiple times daily and stand for extended period of time. Be capable to stoop, kneel, and crouch. Capable of moving furniture that weighs 20 to 40 lbs or more and transport cleaning carts and various equipment to different parts of the building on occasion* In accordance with University Policy Statement 18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure.* Due to the position's physical requirements, a pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04.## Additional Job Description:## Competencies:None## Special Instructions:Please fully complete the Experience section of the application, listing out job duties and average weekly hours worked. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Jace Owens, [e-mail] or 225-578-5580. Range Custodian 1 Minimum/SER: $11.00/hr. 1st Quartile: $12.00/hr. Midpoint: $14.00/hr. 3rd Quartile: $16.00/hr. Maximum: $18.00/hr. Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate's experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules. Range Custodian 2 Minimum/SER: $12.00/hr. 1st Quartile: $12.84/hr. Midpoint: $14.98/hr. 3rd Quartile: $17.12/hr. Maximum: $19.26/hr. Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate's experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules.**Skills Needed:****Preferred Skills:**A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.## Posting Date:October 5, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):October 12, 2026## Additional Position Information:**Background Check -** An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.**Benefits -** LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.## Essential Position (Y/N):**LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.