CUSTODIAN II

Position: CUSTODIAN II #00034366
Hiring Department

Custodial Services

Custodial Services supports campus operations by maintaining clean, safe, and functional facilities across Missouri S&T. The department works in coordination with campus units to deliver daily custodial services, facility upkeep, and preparation of spaces for academic and operational use.

In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this position you must:

* apply within the published, five business day posting period

* meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy

Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application. Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials are complete when submitted.

UNOIN BID PERIOD: 5/5/2026-5/12/2026

Job Description

Perform routine, manual work utilizing knowledge of various custodial materials, equipment, methods and procedures used in maintaining a clean, neat and orderly building. May clean, sweep and remove trash from multiple campus parking garage structures, provide special services to the Chancellor's residence and emergency support to the Special Work Assignment Team (SWAT). Responsibilities may include maintenance of designated buildings and related fixtures and routine repair of fixed equipment and buildings.

Work is subject to spot checking for neatness, cleanliness and workmanship with periodic review for overall effectiveness. Functional contacts include co-workers, service department employees and all personnel utilizing building facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

* Perform duties in the care and cleaning of buildings (e.g., garages, offices, classrooms, entry ways, and restrooms)

* Clean floors (e.g., sweep, mop, and wax), empty trash receptacles, dust furniture, clean windows and other cleaning related duties

* May sweep and shovel snow. May order cleaning supplies and equipment repairs as needed

* May be assigned to work in areas requiring special use of disinfectants, cleaning techniques and sanitation procedures or use of special equipment (e.g., large sweeper, power washers)

* May prepare rooms for meetings by setting up chairs, tables and necessary equipment

* May occasionally fabricate simple fixtures or devices for use in the building or assist superiors in fabrication of more complicated apparatus

* May provide support for emergency responses and/or large moves/events

* May periodically, check building equipment (pumps, motors, fans, heaters, furnace, etc.): perform necessary maintenance, adjustments and routine repairs of equipment including replacement of broken, worn or defective parts; report need of major repairs to superior for correction

* Check gauges of building equipment for proper temperature, pressure, water level, etc

* Clean and provide routine maintenance on equipment such as vacuums, gas blower, large lot sweeper and pickup truck

* May perform building security duties such as locking and unlocking doors, checking windows, turning lights on or off, etc., report items that need repair to superior

* Report damages and repair needs to appropriate staff. Report and clean graffiti from surfaces when found

* Perform other duties as assigned

Shift

Tuesday-Saturday, 2:30pm-11:00pm.

Minimum Qualifications

* Ability to read and write

* A valid driver's license may be required for certain positions

* One year of general maintenance and/or custodial experience preferred

* Some knowledge of methods for cleaning equipment and buildings; mechanical ability for minor repair of equipment

* Ability on a daily basis to:

* Visualize work area and determine what tasks need to be performed

* Bend, squat, reach, stretch, walk, stand, sit, grasp and twist repeatedly

* Climb stairs, step stools, and ladders; climb and descend stairwells

* Lift, carry, and set down objects of moderate weight (25- 50 lbs.)

* Work may include one or more of the following:

* Working in areas of extreme temperatures

* Wearing a backpack vacuum for long periods of time

* Wearing protective mask and hearing protection devices

* Working around dust and cleaning…