Residential Custodian Job Blacksburg area,Virginia USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

Residential Custodian – Student Affairs

We are currently searching for a dependable Residential Custodian to support our Facilities and Operations team in Blacksburg, VA, supporting Student Affairs facilities.

What you need to know about the role

You'll be joining the Facilities and Operations Housekeeping team; a department centered on serving the student body by keeping their spaces clean and safe.

You'll be reporting to the Assistant Director of Facilities – Housekeeping, in a regular twelve‑month 100% salaried staff appointment.

This dual‑role position combines general housekeeping duties with hands‑on light maintenance duties within the campus residence halls. The ideal candidate will have experience in housekeeping/cleaning, light repairs, equipment upkeep, and safety compliance, along with a commitment to excellent service.

You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the department and the division.

You’ll be offered a base compensation package along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and much more!

Key Responsibilities

Daily cleaning of student housing, kitchens, bathrooms, and common areas.
Respond to maintenance‑related service requests via a work order system.
Clean HVAC vents, replace filters, and service air grills.
Conduct minor plumbing and fixture repairs (e.g., dispensers, clogged drains).
Change light bulbs and repair fixtures.
Perform light maintenance and repairs on appliances (e.g., microwaves, stoves, washers/dryers) and fitness equipment.
Maintain and repair housekeeping equipment; track inventory and service logs.
Support seasonal upkeep of outdoor residential areas (e.g., grills, volleyball courts, garden beds).
Ensure safety compliance (OSHA, EHSS) and proper handling of tools and chemicals.

Required Qualifications

Basic experience with facilities maintenance and/or building systems.
Experience in cleaning institutional, domestic, or commercial areas.
Ability to follow safety standards and technical documentation.
Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Excellent customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using an electronic work order system.
Working knowledge of hand tools and housekeeping equipment.
Ability to interact effectively with various levels of users and occupants of buildings and facilities.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with little supervision and to operate within a team‑based environment.

Additional Employment Details

Appointment Type:
Regular

Overtime Status:
Non‑Exempt – Eligible for overtime

Salary: $39,520 per year

Hours per week: 40

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 7:30 am through 4:30 pm.

Compliance and Accommodations

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check as well as a driving check with a safe driving record.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Sarah Schuster at sdavis
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