Custodian I – Day Shift

University of Colorado; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a Custodian I for the Day Shift to clean and sanitize facilities for students, staff, faculty and customers on the Boulder Campus. The role supports campus operations and requires adherence to safety protocols and PPE usage.

The position offers a full-time, in-person schedule with potential shift variations and opportunities to work across campus buildings while performing routine cleaning, floor care, and emergency response tasks as part of a

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• The ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Team Cleaning Program: rotate through specialist positions and cover for vacancies or leaves, wear PPE, report hazards.
• Snow and Ice removal: clear walks and apply de-icer to keep entryways safe.
• Emergency duties: respond to floods and emergency clean up, move debris, and assist with safety teams.
• Routine duties: clean equipment, restock supplies, and maintain a safe workstation.
• Decide on specialized floor work and read lab safety signs; place safety signs to prevent accidents.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Job description

Custodian I – Day Shift

Requisition Number: 74611

Location: Boulder Colorado

Employment Type: Classified Staff

Schedule: Full Time

Posting Close Date: 10-Sep-2026

Job Summary

Facilities Management at CU Boulder encourages applications for Custodial Staff! This position cleans and sanitizes facilities for students, staff, faculty and customers on the Boulder Campus.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Facilities Management (FM) is responsible for the overall physical development and maintenance of the campus. The mission of the department is to provide a safe physical environment that promotes the advancement and transfer of knowledge!

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Team Cleaning Program: employees will rotate through the different specialist positions. Perform these duties as scheduled on the area floor plans. Rotation through different specialists at the same time and some employees may be on a team of 1 performing all specialist duties. The position must also perform area substitution duties in vacant areas or to cover for employees on leave and perform emergency clean up duties as necessary. Employees must wear proper personal protective equipment as required. Notify supervisor or lead worker of safety incidents, near misses and all potential hazards. Maintains safe work practices, participates in department safety meetings and completes all assigned trainings. The position covers the entire Boulder Campus and it could be assigned to any campus building or campus location.
• Snow and Ice removal: Remove all snow and ice as necessary from walks and stairs. Apply de-icer as needed to keep entryways open and safe.
• As an essential services employee the position is responsible to respond to other duties as assigned on an as needed basis. Specialty and emergency work: Emergency floods – Perform initial emergency clean up; Pick up water or debris then extract carpeted floors and upholstered furniture with disinfectant. Clean upholstery by hand or with extractor as scheduled. Move or assist in the moving of heavy furniture in compliance with F/M and Risk Management policies, to accomplish the work assignment. Perform emergency cleaning, water pick-ups as needed. Participate in the "Eyes and Ears Program" of the University to help promote safety at the university. The position will serve on "Emergency Response Teams" as needed.
• Routine duties: Clean and perform minor maintenance on all custodial equipment to keep it in proper working order. Report all equipment needing repairs to the Team Supervisor. Empty and clean all vacuums, auto scrubbers, buckets and hydro- and hepa-vacs daily. Keep workstation clean and well stocked with supplies and materials needed to perform the work in the assigned area. Maintain workstation in a safe manner, add water to floor drains as needed, and report updates to building floor plans.
• Decide what type of specialized floor work is needed, i.e. carpet deep extraction cleaning versus bonnet shampooing. Decide the type of floor equipment needed to complete the task, will auto scrubbing and top-coating with wax be sufficient or does the floor need to be completely stripped and re-waxed. Employee must have ability to read and comprehend lab safety signs, symbols and postings. Create and place safety signs to help prevent accidents.

What You Should Know

• The work schedule for this in-person position is Monday – Friday from 4:30 am – 1:00 pm. This position may be required to work alternative shifts.
• This role is eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program .

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary for this position is $40,248.
• If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9798957&targetURL=https://www.colorado.edu/) , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9798957&targetURL=https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9798957&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/campus/cu-boulder) program.

Be Statements

Be challenged. Be willing. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
• Six months of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.

What You Will Need

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• The ability to work independently and in a team setting.

We may request references at a later time.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.