Custodian - Day Shift (3 positions to be filled)

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX is seeking a Custodian for Day Shift to perform cleaning and maintenance across campus facilities.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a work schedule Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Duties include floor care, restroom cleaning, trash removal, dusting, and general housekeeping. Requires less than a high school diploma but ability to read/write and at least six months related experience.

Qualifications

• Less than a high school diploma with the ability to read and write.
• Minimum of six months related experience.
• A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Responsibilities

• Performs custodial and routine maintenance duties across campus facilities.
• Buffing or polishing floors, cleaning carpet, wet mopping, dust mopping, restroom cleaning, vacuuming.
• Collection and removal of trash, dusting, polishing furniture, stripping and refinishing floors.

Skills

Reading and writing

Education

Less than high school diploma

Job description

Title

Custodian - Day Shift (3 positions to be filled)

FLSA status

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 02. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category

Service Maintenance

Department

Facilities Campus Services

Division

Division of Finance and Operations

Open Date

08/12/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement

Less than a high school diploma with the ability to read and write. Minimum of six months related experience. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Performs custodial and routine maintenance duties, in various areas of the University. Responsible for performing a variety of cleaning and housekeeping duties.

Primary Responsibilities

Duties may include but are not limited to the following duties: buffing or polishing floors, cleaning carpet, wet mopping, dust mopping, restroom cleaning, vacuuming carpets or rugs. Collection and removal of trash or rubbish, dusting, polishing furniture, stripping, and refinishing of floors and performs all cleaning and related duties. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Standard industry tools and equipment such as vacuum, scrubber, floor polisher, and shampooer. Accuracy in following written and oral instructions. May be exposed to outside weather and fifty percent exposure to one or more elements such as dust, dirt, fumes, and chemicals. Requires alertness and attention to duties to avoid mistakes and injury. Ability to maintain a good working relationship with other University employees and students. Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy.This is a day shift position – Monday-Friday, 5 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Full Time Part Time

Full Time

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report