Montana State University

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 25366

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6468.

Classification Title Custodian I - BZ

Working Title Custodian I - Part-Time Applicant Pool

Brief Position Overview

Residence Life Custodians provide cleaning and light maintenance services for the residence halls and associated areas.This is a part-time position. Part-time employees work up to 16 hours a week, enjoy flexibility in their schedule and are eligible to receive holiday pay and annual & sick leave pay on a prorated basis.

Position Number Multiple

Department Residence Life Administration

Division Auxiliary Services

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

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FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE .375

Benefits Eligible Not Eligible

Salary $23.05 per hour

Contract Type Classified Hourly

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

University Student Housing (USH) at MSU, offers a unique, on-campus living experience for students and their families as they focus on their academic success. Managing 18 active on-campus communities (Residence Halls and Apartments) which are the home of up to 6,500 residents. The departmental mission includes provision of reasonably priced living environments which are clean, attractive, well-maintained, comfortable, and include safety features; ensures the orderly and effective administration of the program through efficient management; and provides a learning environment and related co-curricular programs which promote maturity and academic success.

Duties and Responsibilities

Custodians provide cleaning and light maintenance services for the residence halls, student apartments, and associated areas. Custodians may work individually or on a team. This position is asked to interact in a professional and positive manner with students, tenants, and summer conferencing guests to accomplish the department mission and aid in retention. The primary emphasis is on:

• Cleaning public areas which include restrooms, laundry areas, stairwells etc
• Carpeted and hard-surface floor care
• Trash removal
• Set up and tear down of areas such as residence hall rooms/office spaces/public spaces dependent on department
• Other related custodial duties
• Actively participates as part of the team while performing other duties in support of the department’s mission.

This is a part-time position. Part-time employees work up to 16 hours a week, enjoy flexibility in their schedule and are eligible to receive holiday pay and annual & sick leave pay on a prorated basis.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Experience working in custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, etc.
2. Experience working effectively with minimal or no supervision.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Experience providing excellent customer service.
2. Experience operating floor scrubbers, extractors, or similar janitorial equipment.
3. Certifications, classes completed, or knowledge of safety procedures utilized in a custodial, janitorial or housekeeping position.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Positively and professionally perform all the functions of the position.
• Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment.
• Effectively and safely operate work-related equipment and tools.
• Accurately follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Exhibit strong communication skills.
• Work effectively and efficiently in close cooperation with staff in a team-oriented environment.
• Be able to complete multiple tasks in a timely manner.
• Quickly adapt to changing priorities.
• Possess strong organizational skills.
• Maintain excellent customer service.
• Be highly motivated and work with minimal supervision.
• Have excellent attention to detail.
• Represent the department and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Hours are available Monday – Friday for up to 16 hours/week.
  • Available shifts are:
    • 4 half-day shifts from 7am – 11am or 11:30am to 3:30pm
    • 2 full-day shifts from 7am – 3:30pm

Everyone is welcome to apply/interview for this position but the Culinary Services Department lacks the necessary funding to provide sponsorship at this time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Stationary or moving about for extended periods of time
• Frequently moving, transporting and placing containers/objects up to 30 lbs, and occasionally up to 100 lbs. (items may include stacking chairs, folding tables, floor sealer, bed frames, dressers, desks, etc.)
• Moving up and down stairs occasionally while carrying containers/objects
• Moving up and down a step ladder
• Bending, kneeling, stretching and general moving about while stocking products
• Gripping handles on equipment
• Performing repetitive motions related to job duties
• Regular exposure to cleaning solutions
• Occasionally shovel snow

This position has supervisory duties? No

Number of Vacancies Multiple

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.

Special Instructions

Please address the qualifications as you build your application and profile or you can attach a resume/cover letter.

Questions? Contact: Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6468.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

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