Custodian II

About the role

• Custodian II
• Facilities Management Services
• Building Services Admin & Sup

Salary

Competitive salary of $32,400 - $38,900 with great benefits!

($15.57 - $18.70 an hour)

Schedule: 1st Shift - Monday – Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Shift subject to change

Campus Locations: Atlanta

Subject to change

These are exciting times at the Building Services Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in joining 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 various 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

Custodian II to join the already excellent team taking the Building Services Department to the next level of excellence!

• WHAT MAKES
• The Building Services Department
• A GREAT PLACE?

Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

Professional development opportunity and mentorship

A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

Here Is What You Will Do

The ideal candidate provides custodial care for Georgia State University facilities. Cleans and performs room set-ups in assigned building areas following established routines and procedures. In addition to supporting the department Custodian I, assignments will generally fall into one of the following groupings, although overlapping of duties may occur as needed:

• Sweeps, dust mops, wet mops, scrubs, strips, restores, buffs, and waxes floors, vacuums.
• Performs other duties needed to maintain the cleanliness of campus floors.
• Removes trash, cleans counters, equipment, and furnishings.
• Performs other duties to maintain the cleanliness of laboratories, office areas, classrooms, and other assigned work areas.
• Cleans and restocks restrooms.
• Set up chairs, tables, and other equipment in classrooms, meeting rooms, and other public areas.
• Handles emergency clean-ups; performs other related work as needed.
• Must be able to bend, twist, reach overhead, push and pull floor equipment (vacuum cleaner), push and pull large trash barrels, and lift full trash bags weighing 30 pounds.
• Must possess a normal degree of dexterity.
• Must have floor technician experience.
• Employees will use cleaning chemicals daily and sometimes work around potentially dangerous materials in certain laboratories

Anticipated Hiring Range

$32,400 - $38,900. Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience in an institutional, industrial, or commercial setting
• Must be able to lift approximately 30-50 lbs.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy lifting when required.
• Some knowledge of custodial services practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Six months of experience using powered cleaning equipment and restoring floors.
• Experience serving as a lead person on a cleaning team.
• The ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment used in institutional, industrial, or commercial settings.
• The physical ability needed to perform manual work for an extended period of time.
• Completion of a documented formal training in facilities course.

• College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services
• Department: Facilities, Custodial Services
• Location: Atlanta Campus
• Shift: Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Salary

$32,400 - $38,900

Pay Grade

• 13
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)
• Job Posting: 09/30/26, 6:29:22 AM
• Closing Date: 11/11/26, 8:59:00 PM

Preferred Hiring Qualifications

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 (recommend)
• 3 Professional References
• #LI-BD1
• Georgia State University Values

Community

Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place

Integrity

Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents

USG Core Value Statement

• The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office.
• Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect.
• These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.