Custodian - 2nd Shift

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Wichita State University is seeking a Custodian to perform routine cleaning, stocking, and maintenance across university buildings on the Wichita campus. The role runs 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, Monday through Friday, and requires on-site work with equipment operation and green cleaning practices.

Starting pay is $15.33 per hour plus a $0.60 per hour shift differential, with benefits starting on Day One and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn operation and care of janitorial equipment (vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, polishing machines).
• Ability to work effectively with fellow workers and others.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to understand and follow explicit instructions, both oral and written.
• Ability and willingness to perform routine cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine cleaning and stocking of supplies in university buildings.
• Cleans restrooms, offices, windows, walls, and replenishes supplies.
• Removes trash and maintains cleanliness of designated areas.
• Shovels and removes snow/ice from designated areas as required.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment as needed.

Skills

Equipment handling

Teamwork

Lifting heavy objects

Follow instructions

Cleaning tasks

Education

None

Job description

Department: Facilities Services

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Starting at $15.33 per hour; plus $.60 per hour shift differential, commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm Monday - Friday; work is performed on-site and in person.

Export Compliance Requirement:No export control requirement.

Job Story

Join Our Team as a Custodian – Be the Hero of Clean Spaces!
Are you ready to make a real difference every day? As a Custodian, you’ll be the champion of cleanliness and comfort, ensuring our spaces shine and sparkle for everyone who walks through the door. From keeping areas spotless to stocking essentials, you’ll play a key role in creating an environment people love.
You’ll also get hands-on with some cool equipment and embrace “Green” cleaning practices, because we care about healthier workplaces and a healthier planet.
And here’s the best part: your benefits kick in on Day One! Plus, enjoy generous paid time off so you can recharge and live your best life outside of work.
If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to take pride in your work, this is your chance to join a team that values you and the difference you make every single day.

Job Summary

Performs routine manual work in cleaning, servicing, and stocking supplies in University buildings.

Essential Functions

Cleans and services assigned areas in University buildings and maintains sufficient stock and supplies for the proper performance of these duties. Sweeps, mops, and buffs and sprays buff floors and vacuums rugs and carpets in assigned area as needed. Cleans rest rooms, offices, and replenishes supplies. Washes windows, walls, and other assigned areas. Picks up trash, empties garbage containers, and removes all trash to area for disposal. Shovels and removes snow and ice from designated areas such as roofs, sidewalks and entryways as required.

Required Education and Experience:

• None
• None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to learn the operation and care of equipment, including, but not limited to: vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, polishing machines, and other janitorial equipment.
• Ability to work effectively with fellow workers and others.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to understand and follow explicit instructions, both in oral and written form.
• Ability and willingness to perform any of a variety of routine cleaning tasks.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to position self to clean designated areas, equipment and items. This includes but is not limited to the ability to clean in confined, elevated, and loud noise spaces. Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation. Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment. Ability to remove snow and ice from designated areas. Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs.

Additional Physical Requirement:

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force to constantly move objects.