Custodian I

gsu; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University is hiring a Custodian I for the Building Services Department at the Alpharetta campus. The role supports custodial care, cleans rooms, sets up furniture, and maintains classrooms and labs. Schedule is Mon-Fri 12:30 PM–9:00 PM.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 6 months of related experience. The hiring range is $31,200–$35,400 with strong benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six months of experience working in an institutional, industrial, or commercial setting preferred.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors; perform basic cleaning duties.
• Remove trash, clean counters, equipment and furnishings.
• Clean and restock restrooms and classroom areas.
• Set up chairs, tables, and equipment in classrooms and meeting rooms.
• Handle emergency clean-ups and related tasks as needed.

Skills

Six months experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Custodian I

Facilities Management Services

Building Services Admin & Sup

Salary: Competitive salary of $31,200 - $35,400 with great benefits!

($15 - $17.01 an hour)

Schedule: Monday – Friday 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM

**Shift subject to change**

Campus Locations: Alpharetta

**Subject to change**

These are exciting times at the Building Services Department. We are growing and thrilled that you are interested in joining our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from various educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.

The Building Services Department is seeking (1)Custodian I to join the already excellent team taking the Building Services Department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES The Building Services Department A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate provides custodial care for Georgia State University facilities. Cleans and performs room set-ups in assigned building areas following established routines and procedures. In addition to supporting the departmentCustodian I, assignments will generally fall into one of the following groupings, although overlapping of duties may occur as needed:

• Sweeps, dust mops, wet mops, scrubs, strips, restores, buffs, and waxes floors, vacuums
• Performs other duties needed to maintain the cleanliness of campus floors.
• Removes trash, cleans counters, equipment, and furnishings.
• Performs other duties to maintain the cleanliness of laboratories, office areas, classrooms, and other assigned work areas.
• Cleans and restocks restrooms.
• Set up chairs, tables, and other equipment in classrooms, meeting rooms, and other public areas.
• Handles emergency clean-ups; performs other related work as needed.
• Must be able to bend, twist, reach overhead, push and pull floor equipment (vacuum cleaner), push and pull large trash barrels, and lift full trash bags weighing 30 pounds.
• Must possess a normal degree of dexterity.

Employees will use cleaning chemicals daily and will sometimes work around potentially dangerous materials in certain laboratories.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $31,200 - $35,400. Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six months of experience working in an institutional, industrial, or commercial setting preferred.
• Must pass a criminal background check

Preferred Hiring Requirements:

• Must be able to lift approximately 30-50 lbs.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting when required
• Some knowledge of custodial services practices, techniques, and procedures

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume (recommend)
• 3 Professional References