Custodian
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Ferris State University
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Custodian
Ferris State University
Posted 2 months ago
Full Time
Big Rapids, Michigan
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
Perform custodial duties independently or within a team to maintain a high standard of cleanliness across campus facilities. Responsibilities include disinfecting areas, waste removal, floor maintenance, and responding to emergency custodial requests.
Qualifications
We are seeking a dedicated custodian to maintain a high standard of cleanliness in a team environment. Key requirements include a high school diploma or GED, custodial experience in a commercial setting (hospital, school), and a valid driver's license. The role involves using cleaning equipment, following safety procedures, and communicating effectively with diverse individuals.
Job Description
Position Title:
Custodian
Location:
Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:
Please include any/all related work experience associated with the required qualifications for this position. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Change linens, make beds, and bunk/debunk beds.
Check fire extinguisher and related equipment as scheduled and report any deficiencies to supervisor.
Depending on assignment, may be required to move custodial equipment, fill in for vacant positions, etc.
Disinfect restrooms, showers, and locker rooms.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Empty waste baskets, trash containers and gather and dispose of trash and foreign material from assigned area (to include perimeter of assigned building).
Maintain current knowledge of bloodborne pathogen policies and procedures.
May be responsible for carrying, distributing, and delivering custodial supplies and equipment.
Minimize waste of cleaning, paper, soap, and other supplies.
Open and close buildings, classrooms, offices, etc. of assigned areas.
Remove snow and ice from entrances of assigned areas and apply salt as necessary.
Replace light bulbs, globes, tubes, and light lenses.
Replenish paper and soap products.
Report needed maintenance on assigned equipment.
Report needed repairs to supervisor or call physical plant in emergencies.
Respond to emergency custodial requests (which could include blood and body fluid clean up).
Set up tables, chairs, and other related furniture as needed.
Sweep, wet mop, refinish hard surface floors, clean carpet, and vacuum.
Utilize household plunger to unplug commodes, urinals, and sink drains without dismantling the fixture.
Wash walls, woodwork, windows, blinds, mirrors, bathroom fixtures, furniture, chalk/white boards, and climb ladders.
Work with different cleaning chemicals, equipment, and follow procedures for safe handling and use, while wearing assigned protective equipment.
Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: Assist other service workers as needed.
Train and guide others in the performance of the characteristic duties. Carry out these responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws.
Maintain safety and security of equipment, vehicles, keys, tools, materials, and inventories.
Maintain safety, health, and quality standards in all duties and responsibilities.
Report to immediate supervisor.
May require availability to work other shifts, weekends and evenings, including overtime and responding to emergency calls.
If required by job duties, the employee must be able to fulfill the University requirements concerning the issuance and use of University keys.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. Skills and Abilities: Communicate and work effectively with students, staff, faculty, and visitors.
Exercise good judgment in resolving situations related to cleaning and proper chemical use, referring unusual problems to supervisor.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Maintain high standard of cleanliness and follow safety and disinfecting standards and practices.
Read, understand, and follow instructions, safety and direction labels, equipment operations manuals, etc.
Train and guide others in the performance of the characteristic duties.
Work harmoniously with and guide others in all situations including those environments which may involve variable temperatures, noise, and stressful workloads.
Work independently.
Lift supplies, equipment, mop, empty trash containers and/or bags.
May be required to work in a hot, humid area and/or cold weather environments and/or wear personal protective equipment.
May frequently lift up to 50 lbs. When required to lift, pull, push, etc. heavy objects over 50 pounds, employee must use good judgment by obtaining additional assistance such as the help of a second person or a mechanical means.
Operate heavy powered cleaning equipment such as; carpet extraction/shampoo equipment, high speed burnisher, scrubber, etc.
Stand for most of shift.
Walk, lift, bend, pull and push, twist, turn, climb, etc. Required Documents:
May 4, 2026 Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes Posting Close Date:
EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. Click here to learn more about working at FSU and KCAD.
55200 - Bldg Custodial Admin
Advertised Salary: $17.53 - $20.79 hourly rate pursuant to the FSU and AFSCME/AFL-CIO Agreement Benefits:Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.
FLSA: Non-Exempt Temporary/Continuing: Continuing Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time Union Group: Custodial, Maintenance, Dining, Skilled Trade (AFSCME Local 1609) Term of Position: 12 Month At Will/Just Cause: Just Cause Summary of Position: Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned providing a high standard of cleanliness. This position is M-F, 5:00 pm - 1:30 am. Position Type: Staff Required Education: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Required Work Experience: Custodial/janitorial work experience in a commercial/hospital/school environment in a commercial cleaning service or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training. Required Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license Physical Demands:- Bending
- Carrying
- Electrical Hazards
- Inclement Weather
- Moving
- Reaching
- Twisting
- Climbing
- Driving
- Lifting
- Pulling/Pushing
- Repetitive movement
- Standing
Please include any/all related work experience associated with the required qualifications for this position. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Change linens, make beds, and bunk/debunk beds.
Check fire extinguisher and related equipment as scheduled and report any deficiencies to supervisor.
Depending on assignment, may be required to move custodial equipment, fill in for vacant positions, etc.
Disinfect restrooms, showers, and locker rooms.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Empty waste baskets, trash containers and gather and dispose of trash and foreign material from assigned area (to include perimeter of assigned building).
Maintain current knowledge of bloodborne pathogen policies and procedures.
May be responsible for carrying, distributing, and delivering custodial supplies and equipment.
Minimize waste of cleaning, paper, soap, and other supplies.
Open and close buildings, classrooms, offices, etc. of assigned areas.
Remove snow and ice from entrances of assigned areas and apply salt as necessary.
Replace light bulbs, globes, tubes, and light lenses.
Replenish paper and soap products.
Report needed maintenance on assigned equipment.
Report needed repairs to supervisor or call physical plant in emergencies.
Respond to emergency custodial requests (which could include blood and body fluid clean up).
Set up tables, chairs, and other related furniture as needed.
Sweep, wet mop, refinish hard surface floors, clean carpet, and vacuum.
Utilize household plunger to unplug commodes, urinals, and sink drains without dismantling the fixture.
Wash walls, woodwork, windows, blinds, mirrors, bathroom fixtures, furniture, chalk/white boards, and climb ladders.
Work with different cleaning chemicals, equipment, and follow procedures for safe handling and use, while wearing assigned protective equipment.
Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: Assist other service workers as needed.
Train and guide others in the performance of the characteristic duties. Carry out these responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws.
Maintain safety and security of equipment, vehicles, keys, tools, materials, and inventories.
Maintain safety, health, and quality standards in all duties and responsibilities.
Report to immediate supervisor.
May require availability to work other shifts, weekends and evenings, including overtime and responding to emergency calls.
If required by job duties, the employee must be able to fulfill the University requirements concerning the issuance and use of University keys.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. Skills and Abilities: Communicate and work effectively with students, staff, faculty, and visitors.
Exercise good judgment in resolving situations related to cleaning and proper chemical use, referring unusual problems to supervisor.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Maintain high standard of cleanliness and follow safety and disinfecting standards and practices.
Read, understand, and follow instructions, safety and direction labels, equipment operations manuals, etc.
Train and guide others in the performance of the characteristic duties.
Work harmoniously with and guide others in all situations including those environments which may involve variable temperatures, noise, and stressful workloads.
Work independently.
Lift supplies, equipment, mop, empty trash containers and/or bags.
May be required to work in a hot, humid area and/or cold weather environments and/or wear personal protective equipment.
May frequently lift up to 50 lbs. When required to lift, pull, push, etc. heavy objects over 50 pounds, employee must use good judgment by obtaining additional assistance such as the help of a second person or a mechanical means.
Operate heavy powered cleaning equipment such as; carpet extraction/shampoo equipment, high speed burnisher, scrubber, etc.
Stand for most of shift.
Walk, lift, bend, pull and push, twist, turn, climb, etc. Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
May 4, 2026 Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes Posting Close Date:
EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. Click here to learn more about working at FSU and KCAD.
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