Night Custodian — On-Campus Facilities & Projects

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription plans

Dental coverage

Flexible spending and health savings

Paid time off

Holiday pay

University-funded retirement

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking a Custodian for a full-time, on-campus role on the 3rd shift (Sunday-Thursday, 10:30 pm – 7:00 am). The position involves cleaning, maintenance, and restroom service across campus facilities, with physical requirements including lifting and climbing as part of daily tasks.

The university offers a strong benefits package, including health, dental, retirement, tuition discounts, and paid time off, plus tuition reimbursement opportunities for employees and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Must be able to perform physical duties and lift up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to climb ladders and operate cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain floors, including mopping, scrubbing, and waxing per schedules.
• Vacuum and deep-clean carpets and upholstered areas.
• Service restrooms: clean, disinfect, and stock supplies.
• Dust, wipe, and polish furniture and fixtures; change lighting as needed.
• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclables; manage waste correctly.
• Sweep exterior entrances and perform light snow removal as required.
• Maintain storage areas and report repairs to supervisor.
• Learn and follow chemical safety and usage procedures.
• Lock/unlock doors and ensure secured access as assigned.
• Set rooms per custodial work sheet and reposition items as needed.
• Assist and supervise student workers as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Custodial experience

Safety consciousness

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Floor machines

Wet/dry vacuum

Scrubbers

Carpet extractor

Job description

Ball State University is seeking a Custodian for a full-time, on-campus role on the 3rd shift (Sunday-Thursday, 10:30 pm – 7:00 am). The position involves cleaning, maintenance, and restroom service across campus facilities, with physical requirements including lifting and climbing as part of daily tasks.

The university offers a strong benefits package, including health, dental, retirement, tuition discounts, and paid time off, plus tuition reimbursement opportunities for employees and