Maintenance Custodian

Washington State University; Washington; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Maintenance Custodian to independently perform custodial, maintenance and groundskeeping duties across campus facilities in Pullman, WA. Responsibilities include cleaning, painting, spackling, minor patching, and operating industrial cleaning equipment such as carpet cleaners, vacuums, pressure washers, and window-cleaning devices.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing ladders as needed.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in custodial, general or building maintenance, grounds keeping, or semi-skilled carpentry, electrical and/or plumbing repair work.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial, maintenance and groundskeeping duties to provide a safe, clean environment.
• Clean restrooms, classrooms, apartments, recreation rooms, offices and similar facilities.
• Paint, spackle, and perform minor patching; operate industrial cleaning equipment (carpet cleaners, shampooers, vacuums, pressure washers, window-cleaning tools).
• Move and transport tables, furniture, cleaning equipment, supplies and other related materials.
• Frequent bending, stooping, lifting up to ~50 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods, and climbing ladders as needed.

Skills

Custodial experience

Grounds keeping

Building maintenance

Electrical/plumbing repair

Driver's license

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: August 27, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s): 678H-YN_CS_NPS - Maintenance Custodian

Business Title: Maintenance Custodian Employee Type: Classified

The Opportunity:

As a Maintenance Custodian, you will independently perform a variety of maintenance, custodial, and groundskeeping duties to help provide a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for staff, students, tenants, and visitors. In this role, you will perform commercial cleaning, painting, spackling, and minor patching, as well as operate industrial cleaning equipment such as carpet cleaning vans, shampooers, vacuum cleaners, pressure washers, and window-cleaning equipment. You will be responsible for cleaning restrooms, classrooms, apartments, recreational rooms, offices, and similar facilities. You will also move and transport tables, furniture, cleaning equipment, supplies, and other related materials as needed. This position requires the ability to frequently bend, stoop, lift, and move items weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, stand and walk continuously throughout your shift, and safely climb and work from ladders.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. Monthly Salary: $3,485 to $4,633 | Range 38 | Steps A - M Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits:

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

The ability to do required work and the ability to read and write AND six months experience in custodial, general or building maintenance, grounds keeping, or semi-skilled carpentry, electrical and/or plumbing repair work; OR equivalent education/experience. Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/ Campus:

https://housing.wsu.edu/apartments/ Area/College: Student Affairs Department Name: Housing & Residence Life Apartments Location: Pullman, WA

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type: Full time Position Term: 12 Month Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities. See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available.

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/