Custodian

Job Summary / Basic Function

To perform heavy-duty cleaning and related maintenance work in an assigned area or building complex; perform related work.

Primary Day Shift

Schedule:

Tuesday - Friday, 6 am – 2:30 pm;
Saturday, 7 am – 3:30 pm.

Applies basic skills while developing some specialized skills in procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment appropriate to the area of specialization; performs routine and/or repetitive tasks; limited decision making required; generally works under close supervision; has no or limited experience; work is performed from within specific limits of established procedures and/or defined instructions.

• Performs heavy‑duty cleaning in locker rooms, classrooms, dormitories, and lavatories; cleans, sanitizes, polishes; dusts, washes, sponge mops; sanitizes and shampoos furniture, woodwork, walls, windows, and glass items; cleans shades and covers on light fixtures; removes waste and debris; selects products and compounds for cleaning jobs and applies according to procedures or manufacturers' specifications; orders supplies for custodial closets and stocks them;
  
  sweeps, strips, seals, and finishes wood, linoleum, and other floors; washes windows; removes and prepares draperies for cleaning; removes adhesives, tiles, and carpet; refinishes floors and prepares them for carpeting or special flooring; instructs temporary help.
• Operates heavy‑duty scrubbing, buffing, shampooing, vacuuming, and wet/dry pickup equipment; performs preventive maintenance; finishes floors; uses snow blowers, hysters, airlift platforms, dollies, and carts; uses specialized sweepers; replaces belts, brushes, and bearings; ensures floor and building area is secure; verifies doors are locked and lights and appliances are off; reports fire hazards and other emergencies.
• Custodians perform a variety of duties to help ensure facilities operate smoothly. This may include setting up for special events, providing direction, and answering basic questions regarding events for patrons. Moves furniture and similar heavy items; sets up and climbs ladders; shovels snow from walkways.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to manage one’s own time.
• Ability to communicate and understand written and spoken instructions in English at an intermediate level.

• Willingness to perform duties associated with commercial cleaning, including operating industrial‑type cleaning equipment such as high‑speed buffers and vacuum cleaners; cleaning restrooms, bath facilities, locker rooms, swimming pools, and similar facilities; moving heavy items such as tables, chairs, and bleachers; and repairing the equipment and related devices you operate.
• A valid and current driver’s license.

Salary is $16.68 per hour.

• 12 paid holidays (University closed between Christmas and New Year’s; requires use of 3 vacation days).
• 12–24 annual paid vacation days for full‑time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service.
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees).
• Excellent medical, dental, and other health‑related insurance coverages.
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents.
• See our full benefits page for more information.

Boise State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment as provided for by federal, state, and local law. The university does not discriminate in employment opportunities or actions on the basis of any status or class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. The university endeavors to recruit, hire, train, and promote the most qualified employees in all job titles.

All other personnel actions are administered without regard to protected class under federal, state, or local law. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 426‑1616 or hr.

Advertised:
May 13, 2026 Mountain Daylight Time

Applications close:
May 20, 2026 11:55 PM Mountain Daylight Time