Custodial Specialist

Sparkle and shine as part of a cohesive cleaning team that provides services to K-State residence halls. The team ensures clean and appealing facilities for students and guests. Work hours are 7:30am-4:00pm, M-F.

About This Role

Join the K-State Housing and Dining Services team to help maintain clean, safe, and welcoming residence halls and facilities. This position supports the comfort and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and guests by keeping spaces clean, sanitary, organized, and presentable. Duties may also include providing housekeeping services for university guests and conference groups.

Duties and Responsibilities include:
• Perform routine cleaning tasks, including taking out trash, vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, and mopping floors.
• Clean and disinfect surfaces, fixtures, and restrooms to maintain sanitary conditions.
• Help keep residence halls and other facilities clean, organized, safe, and welcoming.
• Provide basic housekeeping services for university guests and conference groups as needed.
• Assist with minor maintenance and other cleaning-related tasks.
• Work cooperatively with team members to complete daily assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting in other areas or covering for absent employees.
• Attend training sessions, conferences, or workshops as needed.

About Us

Housing and Dining Services is a large, self-operated auxiliary department serving more than 5,000 students that call the K-State campus home. This "home away from home" meets more than the basic needs of students living with us — we provide affordable, safe and engaging accommodations and services for our residents, while finding unique ways to support them in their academic pursuits.
We pride ourselves on taking excellent care of our residents, and that is reflected in our recent Princeton Review rankings. The 2025 Princeton Review ranks us #2 Happiest Students, #2 Best Quality of Life, #8 Best College Residence Halls, and #14 Best Campus Food.
YOU can help make our residents and guests feel welcome and comfortable!

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some experience in cleaning or housekeeping.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Learn the operation and care of vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, polishing machines and other janitorial equipment.
• Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with others and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Additional Role Information:

• Bloodborne Pathogens training to be completed upon employment.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Online application

Application Window

Applications close on: November 30, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$15.00 per hour