Custodian I

gsu; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Health, dental, vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Georgia State University is seeking a Custodian I for the PantherDining Hall in Atlanta. The role supports Green Seal initiatives and may involve cross-training to cover other department needs during peak times.

The campus emphasizes flexibility, growth, and collaborative partnerships within dining operations. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and some experience in institutional or commercial settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months experience working in an institutional, industrial or commercial setting preferred.
• Ability to lift 35-50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the appearance of offices, hallways, restrooms, and dining areas by performing housekeeping duties, such as cleaning counters, equipment and furnishings, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, and removing trash.
• Wet mops, scrubs, strips, restores, buffs, and waxes floors as needed.
• Washes walls, woodwork, windows, door panels, and sills, as well as any additional detailed cleaning work according to schedule.
• Handles emergency clean ups.
• Sets up chairs, tables and other equipment for meetings and events as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Custodian I

PantherDining Hall

Georgia State University

Georgia State University is a vibrant community in the heart of Atlanta. At Georgia State University (GSU), we value the unique skills, perspective, talents, and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work at GSU is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of the internal and external community we serve!

The PantherDining Hall at Georgia State University is seeking to hire a Custodian I. This position promotes sustainability within Dining operations including implementation and maintenance of recycling procedures.

WHAT MAKES GSU PANTHERDINING A GREAT PLACE?

• 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.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

The Custodian I works with management to ensure continued compliance with Green Seal initiatives. This position may be required to be cross-trained for another position and/or responsibility in order to provide both back-up for a department as well as to supplement resources needed during certain times of the year.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Maintains the appearance of offices, hallways, restrooms, and dining areas by performing housekeeping duties, such as cleaning counters, equipment and furnishings, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, and removing trash.
• Wet mops, scrubs, strips, restores, buffs, and waxes floors as needed.
• Washes walls, woodwork, windows, door panels, and sills, as well as any additional detailed cleaning work according to schedule.
• Handles emergency clean ups.
• Sets up chairs, tables and other equipment for meetings and events as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred. Six months experience working in an institutional, industrial or commercial setting preferred. Ability to lift 35-50 pounds.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous custodial experience.
• Physical Requirements: Extended standing, walking, ability to bend, stoop, reach and climb ladders.
• Ability to work in all temperature conditions.
• Flexible schedule to include nights and weekends.

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

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Three (3) professional references