Custodian I

Georgia State University; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Georgia State University seeks a Custodian I to support the Dunwoody Campus facilities with evening hours (2:00 PM–10:30 PM). You will perform custodial duties, cleaning, and room setups in assigned areas following established routines and procedures.

The role requires the ability to lift 30–50 lbs, pass a criminal background check, and maintain high standards of cleanliness across classrooms, laboratories, and office areas.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Clean floors: sweep, mop, scrub, wax; restore and buff floors as needed.
• Remove trash; clean counters, equipment, and furnishings.
• Restrooms cleaning and restocking; setup chairs, tables, and equipment in classrooms and public areas.
• Assist with room setups and emergency clean-ups; handle related duties as needed.

Skills

Custodial experience

Manual dexterity

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - Custodian I (26001328)

Job Description

Custodian I - 26001328

Description

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, 2:00 PM- 10:30 PM

Shift subject to change

Campus Locations: Dunwoody

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.
• 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.

Disclaimer : This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

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 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

College/Business Unit

Facilities Management Services

Department : Facilities, Custodial Services

Location

Dunwoody Campus

Shift : 2:00pm-10:30pm| Monday- Friday

Salary : $31,200 - $35,400

Pay Grade : 12

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Job Type : Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Closing Date : 10/14/26, 3:59:00 AM

Georgia State University Values COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.

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