Custodian I

University of Louisville; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Louisville is seeking a full-time Custodian to maintain a clean, safe campus facility at Belknap Campus, Health Sciences Center. The role covers routine cleaning, floor care, trash removal, restroom sanitation, and securing entrances while following chemical-use standards.

The position requires physical presence, ability to lift up to 25 lbs, and adherence to safety protocols. Pre-employment physicals are required and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Basic ability to read and write.
• Six months of experience preferred or equivalent.
• Pre-employment physical exam required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas by dusting, waxing, polishing, washing, and trash removal.
• Bathrooms: clean and disinfect toilets, urinals, sinks, maintenance of dispensers.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely (vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, etc.).
• Keep entrances and walkways clear and doors secured.
• Report damages and coordinate repairs with supervisors.

Skills

Basic reading and writing

Six months experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Job description

Department:

Location:

Belknap Campus, Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Req ID:

R109028

Minimum Requirements:

Basic ability to read and write and six months of experience. High School Diploma/GED preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Pre-employment physical exam required. Grade 1 (Hourly)

Position Description:

The Custodian ensures a clean, safe, and orderly facility by performing routine cleaning, floor care, trash removal, and restroom sanitation. The role maintains entrances and walkways, operates cleaning equipment, follows chemical-use standards, and reports maintenance issues. Responsibilities also include securing doors, organizing supplies, completing required paperwork, and participating in training and meetings.

This position is a "required" personnel position and will require the employee's physical presence at the workplace. Additionally, the employee is required to report to (or remain at) work to assist with University emergencies during closures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas by performing duties such as dusting, waxing, polishing, washing windows, walls, partitions, and woodwork, and removing trash and recyclables. Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and/or vacuuming.
• Bathrooms - Perform thorough general cleaning tasks such as cleaning and disinfecting toilets, urinals, and sinks, cleaning mirrors, sweeping and mopping floors, checking and refilling all dispensers, and emptying garbage receptacles.
• Safely operate equipment as necessary to perform the job, including upright and backpack vacuum cleaners, buffing machines, scrubbers, wet/dry vacs, upholstery cleaners, carpet shampooers, extractors, floor machines, etc.
• Keep building entrances and walkways free of ice, snow, and other debris up to 25 feet of the entrance; move and lift furniture and heavy objects up to 25 lbs. and lock/unlock doors.
• Report damage to structure, facilities, and equipment for repairs/replacement to Work Control or the appropriate supervisor for a work order.
• Maintain, use, and store appropriate cleaning supplies in custodial carts and closet. Follow the required standards for chemical use.
• Complete required paperwork, including timecards, white cards, key log, safety sheets, supply requests, and other forms of documentation.
• Attend required training and meetings.
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in custodial, janitorial, or facilities maintenance work.

Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques, equipment operation, and chemical-handling procedures.

Ability to follow safety protocols and maintain compliance with cleaning standards.

Competencies

Understands and follows safety protocols, including proper chemical handling, equipment operation, and hazard recognition.

Demonstrates thoroughness in cleaning tasks, ensuring all assigned areas meet cleanliness and safety standards.

Physical Requirements

Frequently works on slippery or uneven surfaces and in wet conditions.

Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals and solvents.

Performs light lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of individuals in this job. Other duties may be assigned as determined by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].