Custodian III

Custodian III

Facilities Management Services

Building Services Admin & Sup

Salary: Competitive salary of $35,360 ($17 an hour) with great benefits

Schedule: Monday – Friday 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Campus Locations: Atlanta

These are exciting times at the Building Services Department. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.

The Building Services Department is seeking (1) Custodian IIIto join the already awesome team taking the Building Services Department to the next level of excellence

WHAT MAKES The Building Services DepartmentA GREAT PLACE?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate functions as a lead worker for a small group of employees providing custodial care for the University buildings and facilities. Assignments will generally fall into one of the following groupings, although overlapping of duties may occur as needed:

• Organizes the work assignments of Custodian I and Custodian II employees.
• Prepares simple reports on work performances, such as results of workplace inspections and disciplinary actions.
• Trains and orients Custodian I and Custodian II employees on proper custodial practices and procedures.
• Inspects facilities and furnishings for needed cleaning and repair.
• Inspects the work of Custodian I and Custodian II employees, and makes corrections as needed.
• Directs the room set-up for special meetings and events.
• Issues equipment and supplies to custodial employees.
• May perform Custodian I and Custodian II duties in the absence of co-workers.
• Assists with large cleaning tasks when required.
• Safely operate University-owned vehicles and transport equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

*Employees will use cleaning chemicals daily and sometimes work around potentially dangerous materials in certain laboratories. *

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and two years experience in an institutional, industrial or commercial setting, including one year or more of supervisory or lead worker experience.
• Must be able to lift approximately 30-50 lbs.

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of the operation and use of equipment and tools used in the care and cleaning of buildings.
• Knowledge of proper custodial service practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Georgia State University (GSU) campus, buildings and facilities, and custodial requirements or needs.
• Ability to supervise others or function as a lead worker.
• Ability to pass a criminal background investigation.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services

Department: Facilities Management Service Division

Location: Atlanta Campus

Shift: Monday- Friday 3:00pm-11:30pm

Salary : $35,360

Pay Grade: 7

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting: 10/30/25, 8:02:39 AM

Closing Date: 11/29/25, 10:59:00 PM

Special Instructions:

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume

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