Maintenance Custodial Technician

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION: The Maintenance Custodial Technician performs both custodial and basic maintenance duties to ensure campus facilities are clean, safe, and in good working condition. This role supports daily operations by essential facility services and minor repairs.

Major Responsibilities:

• Routine Cleaning - Clean and sanitize restrooms, classrooms, common areas, offices, corridors, lounges, carpets, and hard floor surfaces. Responsibilities include emptying trash and recycling, refilling restrooms, and cleaning supplies. Maintain inventory and restock supplies.
• Event Support - Assist with custodial and janitorial needs for campus events, including maintaining restrooms, event spaces, entrances, lobbies, and common areas. Support room set up for classes, meetings, and events.
• Work Order Task - Complete work orders related to repairs and general maintenance in a timely and efficient manner.
• Emergency Response- Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies such as spills, accidents, and safety concerns. Report maintenance or safety issues to supervisors.
• Safety & Compliance - Use cleaning equipment and supplies safely. Follow all Ivy Tech safety policies, established cleaning standards, and applicable OSHA guidelines. Properly handle and store cleaning chemicals using Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and use required personal protective equipment (PPE). Report unsafe conditions and incidents to a supervisor.
• Assist Security - Secure of all facilities at completion of operations. Provide assistance to campus security when needed and ensure proper key control.
• Customer Service and Student Advocacy - Demonstrate strong customer service by being approachable, adaptable, and solution-focused. Show a positive attitude and support student success by addressing concerns in a professional manner.
• Maintenance Duties:
• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as light plumbing, painting, bulb replacement, and minor repairs.
• Assist with preventative maintenance projects to support the overall upkeep and functionality of campus facilities.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report maintenance or safety issues, exercising sound judgment in determining when to escalate concerns.
• Use hand and power tools safely and in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist with seasonal duties (e.g., snow removal, deep cleaning) as needed.
• Perform tasks with a moderate level of independence while adhering to established guidelines and seeking guidance when appropriate.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Compensation: $17.50 - $18.50 per hour

Schedule

• Typical schedule is Monday Friday, 7am 4pm.
• Some evenings, weekends, holidays, or emergency work may be required depending on campus needs.

BENEFITS OFFERED:

This is a full-time position with benefits, available immediately upon hire. Enjoy outstanding benefits, including:

• Retirement Plan with 10% Employer contribution, no match necessary, with no waiting period.
• Excellent Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, and Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Paid time off: vacation, sick, volunteer, and bereavement.
• Paid holidays: 9 paid holidays, plus paid winter break between December 25th and January 1st.
• Free tuition at any Ivy Tech location for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents.
• Tuition Assistance is available for those pursuing higher education, including undergraduate and graduate certificates, degrees, and doctoral programs, at any federally recognized regionally accredited institution.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service loan forgiveness program.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Basic knowledge of tools, equipment, and building systems
• Reliable and able to work as part of a team
• operate custodial equipment and light maintenance tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical Certificate in Building Construction or similar qualifications or ability to take classes to earn necessary credentials
• Experience working in an academic or state organization
• Industry-related training or certifications relevant to custodial work
• Prior custodial or maintenance experience

Physical Requirements

• Lifting and Carrying:

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Heavier lifting or movement tasks should be done with assistance.

• Stair and Ladder Use:

• Move safely up and down stairs, service ramps, and/or ladders as part of the work.

• Travel Requirements:

• Must be able to travel to various campus buildings using College vehicles.

• Must hold or be able to obtain an valid Indiana driver's license.

• Physical Stamina:

• Must be detail-oriented, thorough, and flexible to adapt to changing tasks and environments.

• Significant physical effort is required, including heavy lifting, bending, twisting, and working in various environmental conditions (hot and cold).

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your futurebecause when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the Colleges Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.