Extension Custodian - Boone County

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 21,077 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A reputable institution in Kentucky is seeking an Extension Custodian responsible for overall maintenance and cleanliness of the Extension office. Duties include facility management, cleaning, basic landscaping, and repairs. Candidates should be able to lift heavy objects and work outdoors. Salary range is $15.30 – $20.00 per hour. This is a full-time position with no supervisory responsibilities and requires a driver's license.

Qualifications

• Ability to sweep, mop, vacuum, operate floor scrubber/buffer, and perform other cleaning duties.
• Ability to lift, push, pull and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to engage in regular/routine standing, walking, squatting, bending, reaching, climbing.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Maintain overall custodial operations of the Extension office, including cleaning and facility management.
• Perform cleaning tasks: bathrooms, kitchens, vacuuming, dusting, trash and recycling.
• Assist with conference room setup and configuration changes; strip and wax floors as needed.
• Perform basic landscaping tasks for outdoor areas.
• Interact professionally with staff and the public.

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Extension Custodian – Boone County

Location: Burlington, KY

Requisition Number: RE52631

Department: 81C07: KCES Region Central Area 07

Grade Level: 00

Type Of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Shift: Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required

Job Summary

As an Extension Custodian, you will be responsible for the overall maintenance, cleanliness and other basic custodial aspects of the Extension office. General duties include facility management, cleaning, maintenance, basic landscaping, conference room set up, and general repairs while conducting yourself in a professional manner. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, cleaning, stocking, and maintaining bathrooms and kitchen areas; vacuuming and dusting entire office area; emptying trash and recyclables; maintaining and cleaning outdoor areas; occasional duties such as stripping and waxing floors; changing light bulbs; steam cleaning carpets; landscaping, mowing and weed eating outside areas; and setting up conference rooms. You will report to an Extension Agent and there will be some interaction with the general public.

State law may require a national and state criminal background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain overall custodial operations of the Extension office, including cleaning, basic repairs, and facility management activities.
• Perform cleaning tasks: bathrooms, kitchens, vacuuming, dusting, trash and recycling, and outdoor area upkeep.
• Assist with conference room setup and occasional configuration changes; strip and wax floors as needed; change light bulbs; steam clean carpets.
• Perform basic landscaping tasks (mowing, weed eating) for outdoor areas.
• Adhere to safety and professional conduct standards; interact professionally with staff and the public.

Qualifications

• Required Education: No set minimum requirements.
• Required Related Experience: No set minimum requirements.
• Required License/Registration/Certification: Driver’s License required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to sweep, mop, vacuum, operate floor scrubber/buffer, and perform other cleaning duties. Ability to lift, push, pull and carry objects up to 50 lbs. Ability to engage in regular/routine standing, walking, squatting, bending, reaching, climbing. Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Preferred Education/Experience: Some previous experience in the maintenance/janitorial field.

Additional Details

Salary Range: $15.30 – $20.00

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No

Deadline To Apply: 01/26/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.