Custodian I

Job Description Position Summary Facilities Management is entrusted with the development, care, maintenance, and operation of Colorado State University’s physical properties. Our purpose is to create and sustain environments that support CSU’s land-grant mission, fostering the success of students, faculty, and staff through world-class academic, research, and outreach programs. To learn more about this department, please visit our website . Under the direction and supervision of a Custodian II and / or Custodian III, the Custodian I provides a range of custodial services to building occupants including but not limited to cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, removal of trash and recyclable materials, window and entry glass cleaning, carpeted and hardfloor maintenance including vacuuming, spot cleaning and extracting of carpeted floors and vacuuming, mopping, scrubbing, burnishing, stripping and refinishing of hard surface floors. This custodial pool will be recruiting positions to work either the AM or PM shift. The AM shift works 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday The PM shift works 4:00 pm - 12:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. Additionally, there are some PM shifts available that require candidates to pass a Federal Background Check. Salary: $40,248 - $44,376 annually, + Full Benefits Job Duties Custodial Services: Perform routine custodial services , including but not limited to cleaning, sanitizing and stocking of restrooms, removal of trash and recyclable materials, window and entry glass cleaning, carpeted and hardfloor maintenance including vacuuming, spot cleaning and extracting of carpeted floors and vacuuming, mopping, scrubbing, burnishing, stripping and refinishing of hard surface floors. Building Access & Security: Provide for building access and security through snow removal services both within the regular Monday through Friday work schedule as well as on weekends as necessary and through daily unlock and lock up services. Athletic and University Events: Provide custodial support for athletic and university events campus-wide both within the regular Monday through Friday work schedule as well as on week ends when necessary. Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Pre-employment Physical Essential Services Designation-Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety and welfare. Shift Work On-call Status-May be called in outside of normal hours to assist with snow removal or flood cleanup. In-person Minimum Qualifications To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate in the application materials: Six months of custodial services experience in an institutional or commercial environment. Preferred Qualifications The highly desired candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, and experience directly related and critical to this position: Experience operating and/or maintaining basic custodial tools with very little supervision. Experience with the operation and use of vacuum cleaners, carpet extractors, wet/dry vacuums, floor scrubbing and/or polishing machines, buffing and/or other related cleaning operations. Experience with snow removal. Ability to utilize computers and other electronic mobile devices for business needs and team communication. Strong customer service skills. Directly related state service experience. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator. Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in! Application Instructions and Information For State Classified searches, you may be able to skip the Experience, Education, Certification, Language, and Skills sections. Be sure to review the qualifications in the job posting to determine whether these sections should be completed. If additional documentation is required or should be uploaded to meet the requirements of the position, please attach all required documents in the Required Application Documents section as specified in the job posting. Clearly outline dates of employment (Month & Year) for each position listed in the Work Experience section of your application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information. The Work Experience section is the only part of your application used to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met. The application is the legal document on file ; resumes will not be reviewed to determine minimum qualifications. Incomplete Applications Applications will not be considered if: The Work Experience section is blank or lists “see resume.” Job duties are missing for any listed position. Month/Year employment dates are not included. Notes Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be made from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid, articulated business reason. The selection process for State Classified positions may include exam(s) and/or interview(s) that require candidates to appear in person , at the candidate’s own expense. Pertinent updates to your application status can be obtained by logging into your candidate account . Salary is commensurate with relevant experience and/or education and will be determined in accordance with State Classified compensation policies . Current CSU employees should apply through the Jobs Hub in their Workday account. For Current or Former Employees of the State of Colorado: Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024 , any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range, based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that their entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is included in the application so that time-in-series can be accurately calculated. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Employment and Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at . A standard appeal form is available at: . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.