Custodian II

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University is seeking a Custodian II to provide essential cleaning and maintenance services across its Atlanta campus. Join a collaborative team, enjoy competitive salary and benefits, and play a vital role in ensuring a clean learning environment. Ideal candidates will have custodial experience and the ability to lift and handle cleaning equipment.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• At least one year of custodial experience in an institutional or commercial setting.
• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs.
• Completion of formal training in facilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains university facilities including floors and restrooms.
• Handles emergency clean-ups and sets up equipment in public areas.
• Uses cleaning chemicals and operates powered cleaning equipment.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Custodial service knowledge

Cleaning methods

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Powered cleaning equipment

Job description

Description

Custodian II

Facilities Management Services

Building Services Admin & Sup

Salary: Competitive salary of $33,280 ($16 an hour) with great benefits!

Schedule: Monday – Friday 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM

***Effective June 9th,2025 the schedule will change to Monday- Friday 3:00 PM- 11:30 PM

**Shift subject to change**

Campus Locations: Atlanta

**Subject to change**

These are exciting times at the Building Services Department. We are growing, and we are 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 IIto 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?

A 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 mentorshipA rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DOThe 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 department Custodian 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.Set 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.Must have floor technician experience.

**Employees will use cleaning chemicals daily and sometimes work around potentially dangerous materials in certain laboratories **

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience in an institutional, industrial, or commercial settingMust be able to lift approximately 30-50 lbs.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

Ability to perform heavy lifting when required.Some knowledge of custodial services practices, techniques, and procedures.Six months of experience using powered cleaning equipment and restoring floors.Experience serving as a lead person on a cleaning team.The ability to follow oral and written instructions.Some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment used in institutional, industrial, or commercial settings.The physical ability needed to perform manual work for an extended period of time. Completion of a documented formal training in facilities course.

College/Business Unit
Open until filled

College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 01/23/25, 5:00:00 AM