Custodian III

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

Georgia State University is seeking a Custodian III to join the Building Services Department at the Alpharetta Campus. The role leads a small team, oversees cleaning operations, and ensures facilities are well maintained on a daily basis.

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits is offered, along with opportunities for professional development and growth within an academic setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in an institutional, industrial or commercial setting, including one year or more of supervisory or lead worker experience.
• Must be able to lift approximately 30-50 lbs.
• Valid GA Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Organizes the work assignments of Custodian I and Custodian II employees.
• Inspects facilities and furnishings for needed cleaning and repair.
• Directs the room set-up for special meetings and events.
• Issues equipment and supplies to custodial employees.
• May perform Custodian I and Custodian II duties in the absence of co-workers.
• Safely operate University-owned vehicles and transport equipment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Custodian III

Facilities Management Services

Building Services Admin & Sup

Salary: Competitive salary of $35,600 - $42,700 with great benefits!

($17.11 - $20.52 an hour)

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

* Shift Subject To Change*

Campus Locations: Alpharetta

These are exciting times at the Building Services Department. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of 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 a wide variety of 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 III to join the already awesome team taking the Building Services Department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES The Building Services Department A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate functions as a lead worker for a small group of employees providing custodial care for the University buildings and facilities. Assignments will generally fall into one of the following groupings, although overlapping of duties may occur as needed:

• Organizes the work assignments of Custodian I and Custodian II employees.
• Prepares simple reports on work performances, such as results of workplace inspections and disciplinary actions.
• Trains and orients Custodian I and Custodian II employees on proper custodial practices and procedures.
• Inspects facilities and furnishings for needed cleaning and repair.
• Inspects the work of Custodian I and Custodian II employees, and makes corrections as needed.
• Directs the room set-up for special meetings and events.
• Issues equipment and supplies to custodial employees.
• May perform Custodian I and Custodian II duties in the absence of co-workers.
• Assists with large cleaning tasks when required.
• Safely operate University-owned vehicles and transport equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in an institutional, industrial or commercial setting, including one year or more of supervisory or lead worker experience.
• Must be able to lift approximately 30-50 lbs.
• Valid GA Driver's License

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of the operation and use of equipment and tools used in the care and cleaning of buildings.
• Knowledge of proper custodial service practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Georgia State University (GSU) campus, buildings and facilities, and custodial requirements or needs.
• Ability to supervise others or function as a lead worker.
• Ability to pass a criminal background investigation.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services

Department: Facilities Management Service Division

Location: Alpharetta Campus

Shift: Monday- Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

Salary: $35,600 - $42,700

Pay Grade: 7

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting: 11/09/26, 5:50:55 PM

Closing Date: 12/10/26, 4:59:00 AM

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Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

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Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.

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