Facilities Assistant - Custodial (2 positions)

NWC News Desk; Powell (WY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully-benefited

Job summary

NWC News Desk is seeking a custodial/maintenance staff member for the Department Physical Plant. The role includes year-round groundskeeping, cleaning, and basic utility tasks on campus.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, ability to lift heavy objects, and willingness to work weekends or evenings as needed. A background check is required and benefits are fully provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Acceptable criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of cleaning activities including vacuuming, shampooing, and carpet maintenance; trash pickup from grounds and buildings.
• Monitors supplies and notifies when stock levels are low.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment and tools.
• Observes campus buildings and reports problems to the appropriate person(s).
• Opens or secures doors at scheduled times or as needed.
• Performs manual labor such as moving furniture, snow removal, and setting up events.
• Performs other duties of similar nature or level.

Skills

Cleaning & grounds maintenance

Chemical handling

Safety procedures

MSDS comprehension

Equipment operation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Posting Number

Posting Number 0600725

Position Title

Position Status

Position Status Staff

Reports to

Department

Department Physical Plant

Posting Date

Posting Date 06/29/2026

Closing Date

Job Category

Job Category Classified

Anticipated Start Date

Position Term

Position Term 12 month

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Starting Salary Range

Starting Salary Range Starting wage is $16.84/hour (FY2027)

Benefits Fully-benefited

If 'Other', please specify

Job Summary

This position performs a variety of basic custodial and maintenance activities, and/or year-round groundskeeping and basic utility/maintenance tasks.
Status changed 8/11/26 to Open Until Filled.

• Performs a variety of cleaning activities which may include: vacuuming, shampooing, and hand cleaning carpets and rugs; picking up trash and litter from grounds, in buildings, and on buses; and, performing other related activities.
• Monitors associated supplies/inventory and notifies appropriate individual(s) when stock levels reach specified levels.
• Operates and maintains a variety of cleaning equipment and tools.
• Observe campus buildings and properties and communicate problems or situations which need attention to the appropriate individual(s).
• Open or lock/secure doors at scheduled times or as requested.
• Performs a variety of manual labor activities, which may include: gathering materials and equipment; placing materials in proper locations; moving furniture and equipment; assembling furniture; removing snow and ice from walkways; setting up and tearing down items for campus meetings and events; and, performing other related activities.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Required Training and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.); or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Preferred Training & Experience

Licensing Requirements

Acceptable criminal background check required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:
Basic facilities cleaning and grounds maintenance principles;
Chemicals and chemical mixtures;
Safety and security procedures;
Applicable equipment and tools;
Applicable chemicals and their usage.
Skill in:
Maintaining a safe and healthy working environment;
Reading and comprehending Material Safety Data Sheets ( MSDS );
Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, buildings, and other facilities;
Proper handling of chemicals; Using applicable tools and equipment; Monitoring grounds and facilities for safety hazards;
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, intense noises and travel.
Position may require weekend, evening, and/or holiday work.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts and/or Certificates