Residential Custodian

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

VT discounts

Job summary

Virginia Tech seeks a Residential Custodian to join the Facilities and Operations Housekeeping team in Blacksburg, VA. The role combines cleaning duties with light maintenance, reporting to the Assistant Director of Facilities - Housekeeping, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% salaried appointment.

Responsibilities include daily cleaning of student housing, responding to work orders, basic repairs, and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Basic experience with facilities maintenance and/or building systems.
• Experience in cleaning institutional, domestic, or commercial areas.
• Ability to follow safety standards and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of student housing, kitchens, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Respond to maintenance-related service requests via a work order system.
• Clean HVAC vents, replace filters, and service air grills.
• Conduct minor plumbing and fixture repairs (e.g., dispensers, clogged drains).
• Change light bulbs and repair fixtures.
• Perform light maintenance and repairs on appliances (e.g., microwaves, stoves, washers/dryers) and fitness equipment.
• Maintain and repair housekeeping equipment; track inventory and service logs.
• Support seasonal upkeep of outdoor residential areas (e.g., grills, volleyball courts, garden beds).
• Ensure safety compliance (OSHA, EHSS) and proper handling of tools and chemicals.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Cleaning experience

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Electronic work order system

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description

When was the last time you changed the world? In Virginia Tech's Division of Student Affairs, that's exactly what we're doing every day - guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.

We are currently searching for a dependable Residential Custodian to support our Facilities and Operations team in Blacksburg, VA supporting Student Affairs facilities.

Here’s what you need to know about the role:

• You’ll be joining the Facilities and Operations Housekeeping team; a department centered on serving the student body by keeping their spaces clean and safe.
• You’ll be reporting to the Assistant Director of Facilities - Housekeeping, in a Regular twelve-month 100% salaried staff appointment.
• This dual-role position combines general housekeeping duties with hands-on light maintenance duties within the campus residence halls. The ideal candidate will have experience in housekeeping/cleaning, light repairs, equipment upkeep, and safety compliance, along with a commitment to excellent service.
• You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the department and the division.
• You’ll be offered a base compensation package along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily cleaning of student housing, kitchens, bathrooms, and common areas
• Respond to maintenance-related service requests via a work order system
• Clean HVAC vents, replace filters, and service air grills
• Conduct minor plumbing and fixture repairs (e.g., dispensers, clogged drains)
• Change light bulbs and repair fixtures
• Perform light maintenance and repairs on appliances (e.g., microwaves, stoves, washers/dryers) and fitness equipment
• Maintain and repair housekeeping equipment; track inventory and service logs
• Support seasonal upkeep of outdoor residential areas (e.g., grills, volleyball courts, garden beds)
• Ensure safety compliance (OSHA, EHSS) and proper handling of tools and chemicals

Required Qualifications

• Basic experience with facilities maintenance and/or building systems
• Experience in cleaning institutional, domestic, or commercial areas
• Ability to follow safety standards and technical documentation
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Excellent customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using an electronic work order system
• Working knowledge of hand tools and housekeeping equipment
• Ability to interact effectively with various levels of users and occupants of buildings and facilities
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with little supervision and to operate within a team-based environment

Pay Band

1

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Salary $39,520/year

Hours per week

40

Review Date

Open until filled

Additional Information

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 am through 4:30pm.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check as well as a driving check with a safe driving record.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Sarah Schuster at [e-mail] during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

About Student Affairs

Student Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. Building on our motto, Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice our Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth. We are actively seeking people to join our community and help us prepare leaders for the world. Our people in Student Affairs are committed to student well-being and assuring that all students Experience VT by demonstrating, supporting, and operationalizing our Aspirations for Student Learning. If you are someone dedicated to ensuring student success, then we want you to consider being a part of our team!