Custodian, 6am-2:30pm M-F

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia is seeking a Custodial candidate for the Newcomb zone in Charlottesville, VA. This full-time on-site role runs 6:00am–2:30pm, Monday–Friday, with benefits and non-exempt status.

Responsibilities include cleaning offices and classrooms, operating cleaning equipment, removing trash, and maintaining storage areas. Background checks and immigration sponsorship restrictions may apply.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Basic housekeeping duties experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow policies and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain offices, classrooms, restrooms, public areas, or other assigned academic areas in clean and orderly conditions.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as auto scrubbers, buffers and burnishers for more complex tasks.
• Remove trash, clean bathrooms, wipe surfaces, dust, vacuum, mop, etc., and manage supplies.

Skills

Housekeeping

Dusting

Vacuuming

Mopping

Teamwork

Education

None

Tools

Electronic timesheets

Basic computer/phone use

Job description

The University of Virginia Facilities Management Department offers a career that affords growth opportunities for employees within Facilities Management. We are seeking Custodial candidates for a 6:00am - 2:30pm Monday - Friday shift in the Newcomb zone.

Position Summary

Basic housekeeping experience, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning carpets, cleaning bathrooms and removal of trash is preferred. Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and directions, as well as adhere to regulatory guidelines in daily work is required. Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are also essential. Basic computer, tablet, and/or smart phone usage and the ability to submit electronic timesheets are also required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain offices, classrooms, restrooms, public areas, or other assigned academic areas in clean and orderly conditions.
• Perform more complex tasks including operating cleaning equipment such as auto scrubbers, buffers and burnishers.
• Remove trash, clean bathrooms, wipe down surfaces, dust, vacuum, mop etc. Apply proper methods and materials. May mix own cleaning solutions.
• Maintain clean and orderly housekeeping closets and equipment and keep inventories of supplies, requesting additional supplies as needed.
• Report all repairs and pest control needs, and any housekeeping-related violations by residents, guests, or staff.
• May perform minor maintenance tasks, such as changing lightbulbs.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: none
• Experience: none
• Licensure/Certifications: none

Preferred Qualifications

Some experience with basic housekeeping duties including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning carpets, cleaning bathrooms and removal of trash in a workplace setting is preferred.

Physical Demands

This role requires regular standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting, and carrying, with the ability to safely handle material and equipment weighing 25 pounds, and occasionally as much as 50 pounds. The position also calls for repetitive motion for reoccurring duties such as dusting and mopping, and while working in various indoor and outdoor environments.

Salary Range

This full-time position salary range is $15 -$18/hour, increasing with qualifications and experience.

Position Type & Work Location

• This is a non-exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.
• This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.
• About UVa and the Community To learn more about UVa and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA.

Application Timeline

Application review will begin after September 27, 2026.

Background checks

Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship at this time.

Contact

• For questions about the position, please contact Tracy Tinoco, Custodial Manager, at [e-mail]
• For questions about the application process, please contact Rich Haverstrom, Academic Recruiter, at [e-mail]

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .