On-Call Service/Maintenance

Michigan State University Infrastructure Planning and Facilities; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University Infrastructure Planning and Facilities is seeking an on-call Custodial Support worker to provide cleaning, light maintenance, and general labor on an on-call basis for campus facilities.

Shifts run Monday through Friday evenings with a guaranteed minimum of 20 hours per week at $15.00–$16.00 per hour. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to cleaning standards, and collaboration with student staff and campus partners.

Qualifications

• A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment; ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning and maintenance activities; understands and follows verbal or written instructions.
• Reads chemical, biological, or radioactive warning signs; uses required safety equipment.
• Maintains product inventory; communicates with the University community; liaises with the Department of Public Safety.
• Provides on-call support and assists student employees as needed.
• Contributes to IPF's commitment to equitable, inclusive culture and teamwork.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Diversity awareness

Job description

• East Lansing, Michigan, United States
• Kiosk mode
• On-Call Service/Maintenance
• Ipf Campus Services Custodial Services 40001051
• Support Staff
• Full Time/Part Time: On-Call
• Full Time/Part Time: Temporary
• Opening on: Oct 16 2026
• Pay Commensurate with Experience
• Infrastructure Planning And Facilities

Position Summary (Basic Job Function)

This is an on-call position. Provides food service, custodial, grounds maintenance, general labor or other main support on an on-call basis.

Unit Position Summary

On-Call isn't the best term for this role. This position will work Monday through Friday, 9pm - 1am or 10:30pm - 2:30am. Either option is a guaranteed 20 hours weekly at $15.00-$16.00 per hour.

Join the dynamic IPF Custodial team to perform cleaning and maintenance activities that support MSU’s mission of advancing knowledge & transforming lives! This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, using superior cleaning methods, equipment, and standards. Be a part of a growth-oriented and diverse group of professionals that support one another in keeping MSU facilities clean, safe, and beautiful!

This position will perform cleaning and maintenance activities; understands and gives verbal or written instructions; reads chemical, biological, or radioactive warning signs; removes snow with shovel or snow blower; retains training information required for custodial methods, equipment, and products; works with student employees and communicates and interacts with the University community; serves as a liaison with the Department of Public Safety; maintains product inventory; makes independent decisions to accomplish acceptable cleaning standards using appropriate methods, products, and equipment.

This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship. At IPF, we are committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive culture; engaging and hiring a diverse workforce.

Desired Qualifications

A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment; ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

https://ipf.msu.edu/service-billing/service-catalog/custodial-services

Summary of Health Risks

Exposure to human blood, serum, tissue and other body fluids; and materials covered under Universal Precautions.

Summary of Physical Demands

• Lifting trash from brute barrels to dumpster.
• Emptying recycling containers into curb carts.
• Putting away stock.