Custodian II - Housing

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27039 For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6468.

Classification Title Custodian II - BZ Working Title Custodian II - Housing Brief Position Overview Position Number 4N0146 Department Residence Life Administration Division Auxiliary Services Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $25.15 per hour Contract Type Classified Hourly If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

The Residence Life Custodial Team provides cleaning and light maintenance services in and around the residence halls and associated areas providing excellent service to students and visitors in every community. The primary emphasis is on cleaning the public areas which include restrooms, carpeted and hard-surface floor care, trash removal, room set-ups and other related duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Custodial Supervisor I, the Custodian II is a working custodian who provides lead worker direction to a team of Custodian I's.

• Performs routine checklist inspections and submits detailed end of day reports outlining custodial status, maintenance needs, and operational updates.

• Inspects areas for cleanliness.

• Ensures the work crew is completing all tasks as assigned.

• Answers employee questions in regards to tasks and responsibilities.

• Ensures all tracking reports are being filled out per protocol.

• Verbally addresses any performance issues.

• Reports any disciplinary issues to supervisors.

• Assesses and organizes workload for a team of custodians.

• Actively assists the Custodial Supervisor Team in training employees.

• Ensures custodial staff compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), safety protocols and procedures, established uniform polices and standards, other department polices and procedures, etc.

• Verbally addresses performance problems while reporting up any issues to the Custodial Supervisor team for possible disciplinary actions

• Ensures work equipment is being maintained properly, and reports any mechanical issues to supervisors.

• Maintains a current inventory of all custodial equipment and supplies that is regularly reported to supervisors.

• Performs a variety of administrative tasks: producing inventory reports and orders, reviewing work orders, assisting the Custodial Supervisor Is with time sheet review, tracking furniture, etc.

• Assists with pest control efforts.

• Performs custodial duties in any of the areas managed by the department.

• And actively participates as a member of the team while performing other duties in support of the department's mission.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Progressively responsible custodial experience in the hospitality and/or commercial/industrial fieldsor an equivalent combination of relevant education and related experience.
• Experience leading, directing and/or training staff.
• Proficient experience using computers and various software applications.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Certifications/classes related to custodial, sanitation, building maintenance, etc.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Work effectively and efficiently in close cooperation with Residence Life staff in a team-oriented environment
• Committed to providing excellent customer service.
• Exhibit strong communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills.
• Be highly motivated and work with minimal supervision
• Consistently exercise initiative and good judgement
• Adapt to changing priorities
• Accurately perform duties in high traffic office environments
• Successfully organize and prioritize daily duties and those of others
• Have excellent attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness
• Interact in a positive manner with students, co-workers, management, and summer conferencing guests to accomplish the department mission and aid in retention
• Represent the department in a professional and courteous manner

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Must possess currently or be eligible to obtain a valid State of Montana Driver's license and have an acceptable driving record (less than 12 points). Do NOT send a copy of the driver's license. If the successful candidate possesses a valid out of state driver's license, candidate must obtain a valid Montana driver's license within 60 days.
• Will work other shifts or areas to meet departmental needs depending on the school and event cycles.
• Occasionally works outside and in inclement weather.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Transport and move items up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs (Such as stacking chairs, folding tables, transport floor sealer, etc.)
• Transport and move heavy pieces of furniture in and out of resident's rooms and other department areas
• Move product and items up and down stairs.
• Ascend/Descend stairs and step ladders
• Move about or remain stationary for extended periods of time
• Operate Cleaning Equipment
• Shovel snow
• Regular exposure to cleaning solutions

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search. Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on August 12, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

Please address the qualifications in your cover letter and resume.

Questions? Contact: Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6468.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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