Custodian 3

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge is seeking a Custodian 3 to lead a custodian crew and support a Custodian Supervisor A in daily operations across academic and administrative buildings.

The role includes supervising in the absence of the supervisor, performing housekeeping tasks, inspecting equipment for safety, and ensuring sanitary conditions on campus. A year of related work experience is required; background check and pre-employment steps apply.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in custodial, housekeeping, groundskeeping, or food service work.

Responsibilities

• Lead a custodian staff and assist in day-to-day tasks, including inspections and time/attendance records.
• Perform housekeeping tasks and ensure equipment is safe and functional.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions across university facilities.

Skills

Lead supervision

Time & attendance

Equipment safety

Job description

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 3 Position Type: Classified Department: LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - BldSvc - DayMgmt2 - D&W - Supv (Shawn Cordell Brown Jr. (00089766)) Work Location: 0100 Administrative Support Building Pay Grade: Job Description: Serve as a Lead worker under the direction of a Custodian Supervisor A as part of a crew, providing custodian care to academic and administrative buildings. May be assigned to specific facilities with a variety of functions as required. Will have supervisory responsibilities in the absence of Custodian Supervisor A.

Job Duties:

• 50%- Serve as lead worker amongst the custodian staff. Support Supervisors in the day-to day which may include but is not limited to inspections and job follow-up. Assist Custodian Supervisor As with time and attendance records, distribution of keys, supplies and materials. Stands in for Custodian Supervisor A's in their absence. May assist with other supervisory task such as hiring, discipline and training.
• 40%- Performing housekeeping task, manual labor and other activities necessary for the efficient operation of the campus. Performs the same tasks and duties assigned to Custodian 2s. Inspects and ensures that all equipment to be used is safe and fully functional.
• 10%- Performs any other miscellaneous related duties necessary to maintain the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of the University as well as the efficient and safe operation of the department. Performs any other miscellaneous related duties necessary to maintain the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of the University, as well as the efficient and safe operation of the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of experience in custodial, housekeeping, groundskeeping, or food service work.

Special or Physical Qualifications:

• This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18. This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details: https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=175910

Competencies:

• None

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Shawn Brown at [e-mail].

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: August 31, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): September 7, 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.

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.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail].

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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