On-Call Facilities Custodian — Flexible Event Support

MSU - Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Michigan State University is seeking an on-call Custodian to provide essential cleaning, maintenance and general labor support across campus facilities. Regular in-person attendance is required, with hours varying 20–32 per week to align with university events and operational needs.

The role spans cleaning, light refurbishment, and event-based staffing in a dynamic academic environment, with opportunities to contribute to a clean, safe, and welcoming campus.

Qualifications

• Frequent lifting of over 75 pounds is required.
• On-call schedule with varied hours, including events.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning duties including restrooms, arena seating areas, sweeping, dusting and mopping floors.
• Refurbishing, repairing, and occasional painting of equipment; receive and store supplies.
• Staff may be assigned to different campus buildings to meet labor demands for events.
• Engage in high-performing, leading-edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Job description

Michigan State University is seeking an on-call Custodian to provide essential cleaning, maintenance and general labor support across campus facilities. Regular in-person attendance is required, with hours varying 20–32 per week to align with university events and operational needs.

The role spans cleaning, light refurbishment, and event-based staffing in a dynamic academic environment, with opportunities to contribute to a clean, safe, and welcoming campus.