Job Information
Montana State University Custodian I in Bozeman, Montana
Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 24136
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Spencer Sorensen
spencer.sorensen@montana.edu
406-994-6313
Classification Title Custodian I - BZ
Working Title Custodian I
Brief Position Overview
Put your Custodian skills to work by joining the team in Campus Recreation!
Position Number Multiple
Department Recreational Sports & Fitness
Division Division of Student Success
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation Laborers
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary $23.05 per hour, commensurate with experience, education and qualifications.
Contract Type Classified Hourly
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Recruitment Type Open
Position Details
General Statement
Campus Recreation is responsible for the management and programming of all recreational facilities at Montana State University including the North Dome, Outdoor Recreation Building, and the Lambert Field Complex. Coming soon the department will add the brand new 185,000 square foot Student Wellness Center. All of these facilities are multi-purpose and meet the varied needs of the campus and the community. The department provides additional services for all Wellness Partners, Health and Human Development, as well as hosting many other events in the new SWC .
Custodians provide cleaning and maintenance services for the MSU Student Wellness Center. The emphasis is on cleaning public areas which include restrooms, carpeted and hard-surfaced floor care, trash removal, room set-ups and other related duties. Custodians may work individually or on a team. The position is asked to interact with students and guests in a positive manner to accomplish the department mission and aid in retention.
Duties and Responsibilities
Year-round duties performed daily and weekly:
Clean and sanitize all public areas in Student Wellness Center and other associated areas. This includes but is no limited to: bathrooms, lobbies, elevators, hallways, stairways, gymnasiums and entrance areas. (i.e. Any area that the public utilizes).
Trash removal.
Clean offices and break rooms.
Sweep and mop hallways.
Scrub pool deck.
Dust mop gym and running track.
Clean fitness areas and mats.
Sanitation of all public restrooms on a daily basis.
Clean and sanitize areas of bodily fluids, chemical spills, and hazardous waste.
Stock bathroom areas with associated products.
Carry building keys and monitor Student Wellness Center doors as needed.
Light maintenance duties:
Replace light bulbs as needed.
Put fitness equipment back in place.
Set rooms and other facility areas
Occasional duties performed periodically throughout the year:
Strip and refinish floors.
Clean/Extract carpets and furniture.
Wash walls and windows.
Pressure wash bleachers and permanent seating areas.
On call emergency cleanup of Outdoor Rec and Lambert Turf Building.
And actively contributes to the success of the department by performing other duties as needed in support of the department’s mission
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
High school graduation or G.E.D. plus cleaning experience (i.e. custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, etc).
Experience providing professional and positive customer service while actively engaging in duties.
May work with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Experience with special event preparation and/or cleanup.
Graveyard or nighttime shift experience.
The Successful Candidate Will
Be able to positively and professionally perform all the functions of the position
Consistently exercise initiative and good judgement
Effectively and safely operate work-related equipment and tools
Accurately follow written and oral instructions and procedures
Exhibit strong communication skills
Work effectively and efficiently in close cooperation with staff in a team-oriented environment
Be able to complete multiple tasks in a timely manner
Quickly adapt to changing priorities
Possess strong organizational skills
Maintain excellent customer service
Be highly motivated and work with minimal supervision
Have excellent attention to detail
Represent the department and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This position will primarily work Sun- Thurs: 3 pm – 12 am (Sun could be something more flexible)
Must be able to substitute for other graveyard/nighttime shifts as the department event schedule changes
Will work evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays as the school and event schedule demands
Will occasionally work outside and in inclement weather. Occasionally might shovel snow in and around entry areas or at one of the outside facilities.
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.
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.
Moving up to 50 lbs, and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
Move, transport and place items of various shapes and sizes such as residence hall furniture, class room furniture, office furniture, special event equipment, stacking or unstacking chairs, folding tables, setting up portable stages, carrying floor sealer, boxes custodial equipment, etc.
Moving up and down stairs.
Moving up and down ladders.
Stationary or moving about for extended periods of time.
Gripping handles on cleaning equipment.
Regular exposure to cleaning solutions.
This position has supervisory duties? No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 4
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 immediately; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
Diversity Statement
Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
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.
MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html