Custodian Leadworker

Boise State University; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Vacation days 12-24

Retirement contributions to ORP/PERSI

Medical and dental insurance

Tuition fee waiver

Job summary

Boise State University is seeking a custodial supervisor to perform heavy-duty cleaning and maintenance in assigned areas and to coordinate the work of other custodians. Hours are 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM with days changing every 6 months (Monday–Friday and Tuesday–Saturday).

The role involves planning and supervising custodial tasks, training staff, and ensuring safety and compliance with standards. The position supports event setup and campus operations in Boise, Idaho.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of heavy-duty custodial methods and safety practices.
• Experience operating industrial cleaning equipment.
• Ability to supervise staff and coordinate teams.

Responsibilities

• Explain priorities and schedule jobs; ensure safe working conditions; train staff; review work; maintain records.
• Lead heavy-duty cleaning; operate cleaning equipment; set up for events; manage supplies and inventory; assist with facilities setup.
• Report maintenance needs and support building operations.

Skills

Custodial supervision

Safety practices

Equipment operation

Job description

Job Summary/Basic Function:

To perform heavy-duty cleaning and maintenance work in an assigned area and coordinate the work of other custodians; perform related work.
Days of operation will change every 6 months: Monday-Friday and Tuesday-Saturday.
Hours: 6 AM to 2:30 PM.

Department Overview:

Facilities Operations and Maintenance supports the university's strategic mission by professionally maintaining safe, functional and attractive facilities and grounds, while also providing quality support services to the campus community.

Level Scope:

Applies basic skills while developing some specialized skills in procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization; performs routine and/or repetitive tasks; limited decision making required; generally works under close supervision; has no or limited experience; work is performed from within specific limits of established procedures and/or defined instructions.

Essential Functions:

• Explains priorities for completion of projects; resolves problems associated with staff assignments; schedules jobs to be accomplished; ensures safe working conditions for clients and staff; trains in proper and safe way to perform custodial services and operate/maintain equipment; reviews work to insure compliance with standards; prepares performance evaluations; keeps records of employees hours worked; inventories supplies and materials; insures room availability and event schedules are followed.
• Performs and leads others in heavy-duty cleaning; cleans, sanitizes, and polishes fixtures; dusts, mops, waxes, shampoos furniture, woodwork, walls, windows, and glass; removes waste and debris; selects products and cleaning compounds; measures and mixes compounds, disinfectants, and sanitizing agents and applies them according to procedures or manufacturers' specifications; orders supplies for custodial closets; sweeps, strips, seals, and waxes floors; sets up tables, chairs, and similar items for events; removes adhesives, tiles and carpet; refinishes floors and prepares them for recarpeting or special flooring; moves furniture, appliances, and other heavy items; sets up and climbs ladders and scaffolding; shovels snow; reports building maintenance needs; performs a variety of duties to insure facility operation including: setting-up bleachers, portable flooring, tables, and chairs for special events; providing direction and answering basic questions regarding events for patrons; and setting-up and preparing audio/visual equipment and related aids for use.
• Operates scrubbing, buffing, shampooing, vacuuming, and wet/dry pickup machines; performs routine and preventive maintenance on cleaning equipment; finishes floors using sanders, strippers, and final finishers; uses snow blowers, hysters, airlift platforms, dollies, and carts; replaces belts, brushes, and bearings in power equipment; insures that floor and building area is secured including doors locked and lights and appliances off; reports fire hazards, other emergencies.
• May perform other duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify cause of errors or other problems.
• Ability to monitor building premises to ensure occupant of visitor safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

Good knowledge of: the methods, materials, and equipment used in heavy-duty custodial work including related safety practices; cleaning agents and related products and their possible reactions.

Some knowledge of: supervisory practices; sanitation and infection control; training methods used in custodial work.

Experience: operating industrial-type high-speed cleaning equipment; performing minor maintenance on custodial equipment; using hand tools to repair cleaning equipment; explaining the use and maintenance of custodial equipment.

A valid Driver's License is required.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is $19.38/hour.Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12paid holidaysAND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24annual paid vacation daysfor full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 10.76% University contribution to yourORP retirement fund(Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to yourPERSI retirement fund(Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and otherhealth-related insurancecoverages
• Tuition fee waiverbenefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See ourfull benefits pagefor more information!

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We're a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

We're building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho's Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/