UHDS Custodian

OSU Rec Sports - Sport. Leadership. Wellness.; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University Housing and Dining Services at Oregon State University is recruiting for three full-time Custodian positions. Duties include cleaning residence halls, bathrooms, classrooms and offices, with deep cleaning and moving furniture as needed.

Typical shift is Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Salary ranges from $18.06 to $22.84 per hour, with an anticipated start date of 2026-09-14. OSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• No minimum qualifications are established for this classification.
• Criminal history check and position qualification are required.
• Experience in custodial or house-keeping roles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe resident hall environment.
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms, showers, classrooms and offices.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum hard surfaces and carpets.
• Assist with deep cleaning and moving furniture/equipment.
• Handle trash removal and restocking of supplies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Independent work

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UHDS Custodian

Aug 20, 2026

$18 - $22/hour

Department:

University Housing and Dining Services

541-737-1714

Job Summary:

This recruitment will be used to fill three full-time Custodian positions for University Housing and Dining Services at Oregon State University (OSU).

University Housing and Dining Services (UHDS) recognizes the importance of learning both in and out of the classroom, and supports the concept of education as an individual as well as a community experience. Our primary focus is service to OSU students. We strive to provide our students, faculty, staff, and guests with safe, economical, on-campus living and dining options that are convenient and comfortable. We offer a variety of living and dining options in our residence halls, three dining centers, and a limited number of family apartments and houses. Our Department is an auxiliary enterprise which is funded solely by customers who use our services -- we receive no State or tax dollars. We work to maintain the highest educational and service standards for our customers. University Housing and Dining Services is committed to an appreciation for diversity, and fosters an open and respectful and enjoyable living, learning and working environment.

A personal and professional commitment to providing excellent customer service and creating inclusive environments is a core value of University Housing and Dining Services.

This position will adhere to all OSU and UHDS policies and procedures. Custodial services for UHDS provides a clean, healthy and presentable environment in all of its facilities. Custodians are committed to the overall success and satisfaction of UHDS students, customers, clients and guests and demonstrate this commitment through the work that they perform.

Key Responsibilities:

• maintain a clean and safe resident hall for all of our guests
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms, showers, classrooms and offices
• Sweep, mop and vacuum hard surfaces and carpets
• Clean multiple spaces within UHDS facilities
• Assist with deep cleaning of our halls, including floor work
• Moving and transporting furniture and equipment
• trash removal, stocking paper products and chemical stock

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification. The appointing authority is responsible for recruitment and selection.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every24 months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Willingness to work any shift
• Ability to understand and produce written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate in a variety of situations.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Successful as a Custodian or housekeeper.
• Experience working in a college or university setting.
• Dedication to a high level of customer satisfaction.

Working Conditions/Schedule:

These positions work in various environments including but not limited to: residence hall, office/work environment, apartment housing or dining center. These positions interact with residents and customers on a daily basis. Typical work shift is M-F from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, 5 days per week which may include weekends.

Salary Range:

$18.06 - $22.84

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-09-14

Anticipated End Date:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job‑related pre‑employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre‑employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [e-mail] .

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