Custodian

Position Title:

Custodian

Compensation:

$18.68 - $19.30

Department:

Student Center

Start Date:

10/25/2026

About this opportunity:

Ball State University Facilities Planning and Management has an opportunity to work on the beautiful campus. This opportunity comes with excellent pay and a great benefits package that includes medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, holiday pay, university-funded retirement, tuition discounts, and more.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, and will possess great service skills with a willingness to learn.

This is a full-time, on campus opportunity.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

3rd Shift: 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function: Under supervision, perform custodial work required for the cleaning and maintenance of facilities complying with appropriate procedures and techniques for equipment and cleaning products.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Clean, renovate, and renew, resilient, wood, and hard floor surface finishes, i.e., dust mop, sweep, wet mop, spot mop, scrub, polish and spray buff, strip, seal, wax, etc.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, balance, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of floor machines, wet/dry vacuum, scrubbers, mops, buckets, measuring cups, putty knife, cloth or sponge, eye protection, filter mask, and various chemical products, etc. Task exposes employees to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information.

2. Maintain carpet floor coverings, i.e., vacuum, remove spots and stains, extraction cleaning of carpet and upholstered furniture, etc.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of carpet vacuum, shampooer, wet/dry vacuum, extractor, putty knife, sponge or cloth, eye protection, and various chemical products, etc. Task exposes employees to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information.

 

3. Clean and service all areas in restrooms to include, but not limited to, lavatory, toilet, urinal, showers, bathtub areas, etc.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, balance, stand, climb, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of floor machine, wet/dry vacuum, portable vacuum, hand duster, bucket and wringer, mops, brushes, ladder, sponge, eye protection, gloves, and various chemical products, etc. Task exposes employees to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions, information.

 

4. Dust, vacuum, clean and/or polish furniture and surfaces; clean facilities, fixtures, hardware and windows; change lighting and clean fixtures as required.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, balance, stand, climb, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of dust mop, portable vacuum, hand duster, counter brush, ladder, scaffolds, screwdriver, spray bottle, bucket, sponge, cloth, eye protection, filter mask, light bulbs and tubes, various chemical products, etc. Task exposes employees to inside working conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information.

 

5. Collect and dispose of trash, refuse, recycling materials and debris into designated receptacles.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, balance, walk, push, lift, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, etc. Task requires the use of trash carts, bags and cans, dollies, gloves, etc. Task exposes employees to inside and outside environmental conditions, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information.

 

6. Sweep debris, and/or sweep or shovel snow from outside entrances, landings, steps, walks, etc.; clean exterior surfaces of windows, doors, and other building fixtures.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, reach, stand, walk, lift, push, pull, grasp, and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 25 pounds of force frequently, and 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of brooms, snow shovel, plastic bags, squeegee, pole, rags, towels, etc. Task exposes employees to inside and outside working conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information.

 

7. Acquire and maintain knowledge of job-related chemicals, and environmental, health and physical concerns.

Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires the mental ability to read, comprehend and follow written instructions, procedures, precautions, etc., used in connection with custodial related work, trade publications, department handbook, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information.

 

8. Lock and unlock doors as required to perform job related duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, reach, stand, walk, and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distance, shape, shadows, etc. Task requires the use of keys. Task exposes employees to inside and outside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information.

 

9. Set up audio visual equipment in meeting rooms and lounges:

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, stand, walk, lift, push, pull, grasp, and exert in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently, and 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, etc. Task requires the ability to operate VCR’s, monitors, cassette players, record players microphones, sound systems, VIS system and various other audio-visual equipment. Task exposes employees to inside and outside environmental conditions, fumes, odors, dust, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to read, comprehend and follow written directions and materials. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and to read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information the mental ability to use good judgement and discretion.

 

10. Guide, assist and instruct student custodial employees.

Requires the ability to use machines, tools and equipment, as well as the ability to achieve results through student employees, give clear directions, monitor performance and give feedback. Task requires the ability to communicate effectively with people on a one-on-one basis which includes clarity, organization of thought and expressiveness, writing any necessary documentation, be detail-oriented and perform basic mathematical calculations.

 

11. Set rooms according to custodial worksheet and customer specification; arrange, move and/or replace furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment from room to room as required; report all items requiring repair to supervisor and/or group leaders; perform minor repairs to furniture and building fixtures.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, stand, walk, lift, push, pull, grasp, and exert in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently, and 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Task requires the visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, etc. Task requires the mental ability to effectively communicate with people on a one-on-one basis which includes clarity organization of thought. Task requires the ability to use good judgement discretion, independence, and to read and comprehend computerized custodial worksheets.

 

12. Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

1.     High School diploma or equivalent (GED).

2.     No allergies to soaps, cleaning agents, chemicals or environmental factors in custodial service.

3.     Must be able to climb ladders, scaffolding of various heights to perform duties.

4.     Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, University policies, procedures and communications, and perform basic mathematical functions.

5.     Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.

6.     Must successfully pass manlift certification, if position requires it, within a reasonable period of time after hire.

7.     Must have at least one year’s work experience (full time or part time).

8.     You must be 18 years or older.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in custodial work.

• Knowledge of audiovisual equipment.

 

How to apply:

For additional information please contact James Conner at jmconner@bsu.edu or 765-285-1926

Important:  Do not use the Autofill feature when uploading your resume.

Optional documents (Recommended for best consideration).

• Resume
• Cover Letter detailing your qualifications for the position.

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer a generous paid time off program and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you.  In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.
 

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