Seasonal Maintenance & Custodial Worker

State of Indiana; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The State of Indiana through INDOT invites applications for a seasonal Facilities Support role in the Elkhart Sub-District. The position involves custodial duties, cleaning, basic maintenance, inventory handling, and assisting mechanics as needed.

Pay is hourly at $16.24, with duties including cleaning, light maintenance, deliveries, and snow removal as appropriate. The assignment may be 180 days within an eleven‑month period and does not include benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand verbal instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.
• Performs routine facilities maintenance, such as changing light bulbs, painting, and checking fluid levels.
• Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
• Delivers vehicles, parts, and equipment to various district locations.
• Receives, stocks, and organizes inventory.
• Assists mechanics and other staff in routine maintenance and inventory procedures.
• Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements.
• Performs basic lawn maintenance, including mowing, trimming, and minor landscaping.

Skills

Verbal instructions

Safety procedures

Cleaning equipment

Hand tools

Lifting heavy objects

Written communications

Tools

Cleaning tools

Job description

The State of Indiana through INDOT invites applications for a seasonal Facilities Support role in the Elkhart Sub-District. The position involves custodial duties, cleaning, basic maintenance, inventory handling, and assisting mechanics as needed.

Pay is hourly at $16.24, with duties including cleaning, light maintenance, deliveries, and snow removal as appropriate. The assignment may be 180 days within an eleven‑month period and does not include benefits.