The K-State Student Union is looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Custodian to join our team! This position plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Responsibilities include daily cleaning and sanitation of public spaces, restrooms, and event areas to support the Union’s high standards of cleanliness and customer service. If you take pride in your work and enjoy being part of a team that makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Available Shift Options
Option 1: Evening Shift
- Monday through Friday
- 5:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
- Includes a 30-minute meal break
- Eligible for a shift differential of $0.60 per hour
Option 2: Day Shift
- Monday through Friday
- 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Includes a 30-minute meal break
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education – Minimum
- No educational requirement.
Education – Preferred
- High school diploma (or equivalent).
Experience – Minimum Demonstrated
- Ability to stay on task and work independently with minimal supervision;
- Competence in following verbal and written instructions.
Experience – Preferred Demonstrated
- Custodial/janitorial experience to include working with tools, electrically-powered and manual machines, cleaning compounds, solvents and chemicals.
- Familiarity with public facilities sanitation.
- Working knowledge of OSHA janitorial safety standards, to include Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Skills and Abilities
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and move throughout the building. Full range of physical motion (ie. bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, walk and reach overhead) to operate manual and electrically-powered cleaning equipment and manipulate furniture, to include tables, chairs, and stage sections. Sight and ability to read printed material with or without vision aids. Verbal and written communication to present, convey and exchange information and ideas accurately and quickly. Physical agility to lift, carry, and/or pull up to 50 pounds repeatedly. Ability to be exposed to strong odors, fumes, dust, wetness, humidity, vibrations, temperature and noise extremes, disease, pathogenic substances, and toxic/poisonous agents. Availability to work special events, nights and/or weekends as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key functions of this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Manhattan, KS 66506 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Manhattan, KS 66506: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
