Custodian I

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,080 - 34,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Atlanta is seeking a Custodian I to join its Facilities Management Services team. The role involves providing custodial care for university facilities, performing cleaning and room setups while following safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and six months of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible schedules, and generous benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides custodial care for facilities.
• Cleans and performs room set-ups in assigned areas.
• Handles emergency clean-ups as needed.

Skills

Custodial care

Heavy lifting ability

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Custodian I Facilities Management Services Building Services Admin & Sup

Salary: Competitive salary of $31,200 ($15 an hour) with great benefits!

Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Shift subject to change

Campus Locations: Newton

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 a Custodian I to join the already excellent team taking the Building Services Department to the next level of excellence!

Why The Building Services Department is a Great Place?

• A flexible work environment
• 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

Responsibilities

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 department Custodian 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
• Sets 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

Qualifications

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 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

Open until filled

College/Business Unit

Facilities Management Services

Location: Newton Campus

Job Posting: 02/06/26, 12:59:53 PM