FOR INTERNAL BIDDING ONLY E&G Custodial Worker 1 - 1st shift

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania; Kutztown (Berks County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Kutztown University is seeking an emergency essential custodial worker in an internal KU AFSCME staffing process. The role involves cleaning duties using custodial supplies and modern equipment, with potential lifting of heavy furniture, in a routine supervised setting.

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours, 07:00–15:00. No prior experience required, but candidates should be able to read, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• No previous experience or training required.
• Ability to read and understand written materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Skills

Reading materials

Follow instructions

Oral communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Summary

INTERNAL KU STAFF AFSCME APPLICANTS ONLY.

This is an emergency essential position.

An employee in this class performs a variety of tasks in connection with cleaning functions. Work involves the use of custodial supplies and modern cleaning equipment and may involve the moving and lifting of heavy furniture. Work is performed in accordance with a well-established routine and is subject to inspection during progress or upon completion for the attainment of established standards of cleanliness.

Monday-Friday 37.5hr 07:00-15:00.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and understand written materials
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Minimum Qualifications

No previous experience or training required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year cleaning or manual labor experience
• Stable employment history—a minimum of one year with the same employer
• One year of work experience that includes cleaning in an institutional environment
• One year of work experience related to floor care including carpet cleaning, scrubbing/waxing, and stripping and waxing

Supplemental Information

Internal KU AFSCME staff application materials should be received no later than the end of the day on October 3, 2026. If there are no internal applicants before October 3, 2026, this position will be filled through the 26-27 Custodial Worker 1 post.

Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.

Kutztown University is an AA/EOE/member of the PA State System of Higher Education and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at [e-mail]. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University’s Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 01, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at [e-mail], or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at [e-mail]. Kutztown University’s Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.

The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is ?available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at [e-mail].