Custodial Worker 4:00pm
Job ID - 62318
Closing Date : 03/30/2026
Provides comprehensive custodial and waste management support within a high-traffic facility, including trash disposal, recycling coordination, and light bulb replacement in accordance with university standards. Performs routine and deep cleaning of floors, surfaces, furnishings, and building exteriors using a variety of cleaning methods and equipment.
Supports event operations by assisting with setup and breakdown, including moving furniture, staging, and ensuring proper waste collection and cleanliness of event spaces and restrooms. Monitors facility conditions, responds to spills and service requests, and communicates effectively with staff and supervisors using a hand-held radio. Contributes to maintaining a clean, safe, and well-functioning environment, while performing additional duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Disposes of trash in dumpsters. Collects and coordinates the collection of recyclable products (plastics, glass, aluminum) from the recycling bins in the Oglesby Union. Replaces and recycles light bulbs per University standards.
- Cleans (dusts, washes, sweeps, vacuums, strips tiles, mops, scrubs, waxes, buffs, etc) floors, furniture, furnishings, walls, ceilings, windows, window sills, blinds. Pressure washes building exteriors and floors.
- Assists with setups for banquets and special events, including but not limited to moving furniture, equipment, and setting up stages. Coordinates the collection of trash and recyclable products and the cleaning of event space and restrooms.
- Monitors and reports all unusual conditions that arise throughout the complex. Responds to requests for spills, cleanups, and trash/recyclable collection. Communicates requests and unusual conditions to Oglesby Union staff, custodial staff, setup crews, Coordinator of Physical Plant, and others through hand-held radio. A hand-held radio must be worn at all times.
- Other duties as assigned.