Custodial Worker 1 (M-F, 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. & 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.)

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title Custodial Worker 1 (M-F, 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. & 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.) Department Custodial & Housekeeping Services Position Category Support Staff Posting Number SP00875 Position End Date (if other than Permanent) Hours per Week 37.5 Salary Range The anticipated salary for this position is $32,724 annually ($16.73 hourly), which includes a comprehensive benefits package and a tuition waiver for employees and their eligible dependents. Current employees, salary will be determined in accordance with Full/Part Time Full Time Type of Position Permanent

Position Summary Information

General Description/Position Purpose

Join a vibrant and purpose-driven community at Shippensburg University, located in the scenic Cumberland Valley and spread across a beautiful 210-acre campus with over 40 buildings. We offer a dynamic academic environment with 45 undergraduates, 22 graduate, and 2 doctoral programs. At Shippensburg, our mission is more than words-we are committed to inclusive collaboration, fostering a strong sense of belonging, and celebrating the achievements that drive positive change in our communities. Be part of a team that values innovation, impact, and shared success.

Shippensburg University offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees!

Effective first day of employment: low-cost medical insurance plus free dental, vision, hearing, and prescription coverage.

• Choose from two generous retirement plans:

• Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP): 5% employee contribution, 9.29% employer contribution, Immediate vesting.

• State Employees' Retirement System (SERS): 8.25% employee contribution, 2.25% employer contribution + pension calculation, 10-year vesting requirement.

• 100% tuition waivers for you and your eligible dependents upon completion of probationary period!

• Generous paid time off, employer-paid life insurance, and so much more!

See full details in link below (for AFSCME employees)

Full Benefits Summary (PDF)

Shippensburg University is seeking several Custodial Worker 1 positions to perform a wide range of housekeeping and custodial services across campus facilities, including academic, administrative, residential, and athletic buildings. These full-time positions are scheduled Monday through Friday, with shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The successful candidates will contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment for students, employees, and visitors.

As a member of the Facilities Divisional staff, this position is deemed essential. Essential employees must remain or report to work during partial or full day closings of the University due to hazardous road conditions, emergency circumstances or for other reasons.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general custodial duties such as:

• Cleaning furniture, fixtures, lavatories, showers, stairways, windows, carpets, and drinking fountains

• Trash removal and floor care (mopping, vacuuming)

• Seasonal deep cleaning (Fall and Spring)

• Operate and inspect manual and powered custodial equipment safely

• Monitor and report maintenance issues or needed repairs in buildings and furniture

• Maintain supply and equipment rooms; request supplies as needed

• Follow all safety protocols and participate in training programs

• Provide support during emergencies and scheduled campus events

• Deliver excellent customer service; respond to complaints and service needs with appropriate measure of courtesy and service.

• Maintain effective verbal and written communication with supervisors and team members

• Report incidents and injuries immediately to the appropriate personnel

The full job description will be provided at the time of the scheduled interview

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand written materials and instructions
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively operate a variety of custodial equipment, including floor scrubbers, buffers, shampooers, vacuums, extractors, foggers, and chemical dispensers.
• Must also be willing to be trained on any equipment they are not yet fully comfortable operating.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous custodial experience preferred.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 08/24/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

For full consideration, all candidates must apply online at https://jobs.ship.edu with acceptance of materials continuing until the position is filled. Materials submitted in other formats including paper documents will not be considered. All applications and inquiries will remain confidential.

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is and Equal Opportunity Employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regards to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, or sex. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

All Shippensburg University employees are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the University's core values of teamwork and collaboration, dependability, initiative, problem solving, and clear communication. University employees are expected to demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills with all members of the campus community. They will strive to maintain integrity, effectiveness and efficiency by upholding customer service throughout all levels of performance.

All university employees are required to comply with university policies, state and federal laws/statutes prohibiting any type of Discrimination, Harassment or Retaliation.

Safeguarding confidential, personal data and/or records of employees, students, customers and other related constituents is the responsibility of all University employees. It is the duty of all members of the University community to take part in the maintenance of a safe campus.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current employee of Shippensburg University?

• Yes

• No

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Employer website

• Indeed

• CareerLink

• HigherEd Job

• LinkedIn

• Advertisement/Publication

• Personal Referral

• • What interests you about working at Shippensburg University?

• Benefits

• Salary

• Tuition Waiver

• Working in Higher Education

• Closer to Home

• • Which shift do you prefer?

• Monday - Friday 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Monday - Friday 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• List of References