Custodian I - Part Time

Indiana State University; Terre Town (IN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana State University, Facilities Management, seeks a part-time custodian to perform basic custodial tasks across campus facilities in Terre Haute, IN. The role operates Monday–Friday, 4:00 AM–8:00 AM, with an hourly rate of $13.52.

Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED; no experience is required, though 6 months of custodial work is preferred. A valid driver’s license is preferred. This position supports a diverse university community and upholds high standards of service.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED; Experience: No experience required.
• Preferred Experience: 6 months of custodial experience.
• Valid driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and vacuums hallways, stairs, labs, office space and residential facilities.
• Dusts and/or polishes furniture.
• Maintains hard floors by scrubbing, buffing, stripping, and refinishing.
• Cleans restrooms and stocks restroom supplies.
• Empties tenants’ trash and garbage containers and processes recycle materials.
• Notifies management concerning need for repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Adapt to change

Multitask

Read English

Independent & team

Attention to detail

Customer service

Interact with students

Diversity awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

About the Institution

Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.

Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute’s historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the “Fighting Sycamores,” fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.

Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.

Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.

Comments to Applicants

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Department Facilities Management

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 4AM-8AM

Notice of Vacancy Number

Notice of Vacancy Number 26-00266

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 11/23/2026

Open Date

Open Date 11/09/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/23/2026

Open Until Filled No

Job Type Staff - Part-Time

Pay Grade 999

Hourly Rate or Salary Range $13.52/hr

Job Summary/Basic Function

Executes basic custodial tasks to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition.

Required Relevant Education & Experience

Education:High School diploma or GED ; Experience: No experience required.
Preferred Experience: 6 months of custodial experience.

Required Field(s) of Study

NA

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Valid driver’s license is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Able to adapt to change, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent customer service skills, Willing to interact with students, Work effectively with a diverse community

Qualifications & Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA , Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.

No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU .

Position Reappointment Required

Position Reappointment Required No

Job Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and vacuums hallways, stairs, labs, office space and residential facilities.

Dusts and/or polishes furniture.

Maintains hard floors by scrubbing, buffing, stripping, and refinishing.

Cleans restrooms and stocks restroom supplies.

Empties tenants’ trash and garbage containers and processes recycle materials.

Notifies management concerning need for repairs.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Documents

• Resume

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess a minimum of a High School diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No