Custodian

Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department: 55200 – Bldg Custodial
Admin

Advertised Salary: $17.88 per hour

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package
(health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

AFSCME
Benefits

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Temporary/Continuing:
Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time

Union Group: Custodial, Maintenance, Dining,
Skilled Trade (AFSCME Local 1609)

Term of Position: 12 Month

At Will/Just Cause: Just
Cause

Summary of Position

Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned,
providing a high standard of cleanliness. This position is a Custodian, S-Th, 10:30 pm – 7:00 am.

Position Type:
Staff

Required Education

High school diploma or GED equivalency.

Required Work
Experience

Custodial/Janitorial work experience in a commercial-hospital-school environment, in a commercial cleaning
service, or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training.

Demonstrated experience with correct operation of a
variety of commercial custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaner, automatic scrubber, high speed burnisher, single disc scrubber, carpet
extraction/shampoo equipment or other essential or similar custodial equipment.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver’s license

Physical Demands

• Bending
• Carrying
• Electrical Hazards
• Inclement Weather
• Moving
• Reaching
• Twisting
• Balancing
• Climbing
• Driving
• Heights
• Lifting
• Pulling/Pushing
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional
Education/Experiences to be Considered

Any other related custodial experience. Please include any/all related work
experience associated with the required qualifications for this position.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Change linens, make beds, and bunk/debunk beds.

Check fire extinguishers and related equipment as scheduled, report any
deficiencies to supervisor.

Depending on assignment, may be required to move custodial equipment, fill-in for vacant positions,
etc.

Disinfect restrooms, showers, and locker rooms.

Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job
responsibilities. Will authorize, pursuant to university policies and procedures, a driving record check, and will meet the driving
authorization requirements through the course of employment in a position where you are authorized to drive a vehicle as part of our duties.

Empty waste baskets and trash containers, and gather and dispose of trash and foreign material from the assigned area (to include
the perimeter of the assigned building)

Maintain current knowledge of bloodborne pathogens policies and procedures.

May be
responsible for carrying, distributing, and delivering custodial supplies and equipment.

Minimize waste of cleaning, paper, soap, and
other supplies.

Open and close buildings, classrooms, offices, etc. of assigned areas.

Remove snow and ice from entrances of
assigned areas, apply salt as necessary.

Replace light bulbs, globes, tubes, and light lenses.

Replenish paper and soap
products.

Report needed maintenance on assigned equipment.

Report needed repairs to the supervisor or call the physical plant
in emergencies.

Respond to emergency custodial requests (which could include blood and body fluid clean-up).

Set up tables,
chairs, and other related furniture as needed.

Sweep, wet mop, refinish hard surface floors, clean carpet, vacuum.

Utilize a
household plunger to unplug commodes, urinals, and sink drains without dismantling the fixture.

Wash walls, woodwork, windows,
blinds, mirrors, bathroom fixtures, furniture, chalk/white boards, and climb ladders.

Work with different cleaning chemicals and
equipment, follow procedures for safe handling and use, and wear assigned protective equipment.

Carries out responsibilities in
accordance with university policies and applicable laws.

Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and
celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.

Support, promote,
and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.

Any other duties assigned within the position classification
area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities

Assist other service workers as needed.

Skills and
Abilities

Communicate and work effectively with students, staff, faculty, and visitors.

Exercise good judgment in
resolving situations related to cleaning and proper chemical use, referring unusual problems to a supervisor.

Maintain a high
standard of cleanliness and follow safety and disinfecting standards and practices.

Read, understand, and follow instructions, safety
and direction labels, and equipment operation manuals.

Train and direct others in the performance of the characteristic
duties.

Work harmoniously with and lead others in all situations, including those environments that may involve variable
temperatures, noise, and stressful workloads.

Work independently.

Lift supplies and equipment; mop; empty trash containers
and/or bags.

May be required to work in hot, humid areas and/or cold weather environments and/or wear personal protective
equipment.

May frequently lift up to 50 lbs. When required to lift, pull, push, etc., heavy objects over 50 pounds, the employee must
use good judgment by obtaining additional assistance, such as the help of a second person or a mechanical means.

Operate heavy
powered cleaning equipment such as carpet extraction/shampoo equipment, high speed burnisher, scrubber, etc.

Demonstrated successful
experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life
experiences.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Initial Application Review
Date: August 10, 2026

Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes

EEO Statement

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and
diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused
environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community
at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from
women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s
Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

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