Custodian

Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department: 55200 – Bldg Custodial
Admin

Advertised Salary: $17.53 – $20.79 hourly rate pursuant to the FSU and AFSCME/AFL-CIO
Agreement

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 as part of a team, as assigned, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness. This is a
custodial position, M-F, 5:00 pm – 1:30 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 the correct operation of a variety of commercial custodial equipment, such as
vacuum cleaners, automatic scrubbers, high-speed burnishers, single-disc scrubbers, 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, and report any deficiencies to the
supervisor.

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

Disinfect restrooms, showers, and locker rooms.

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.,
in the 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.

Maintain the safety and security of equipment, the safe operation of
vehicles, keys, tools, materials, and inventories.

Maintain safety, health, and quality standards in all duties and
responsibilities.

Report to the immediate supervisor.

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.

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.

Any other duties
assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities

Assist other service
workers as needed.

Train and direct others in the performance of the characteristic duties. Carry out these responsibilities in
accordance with University policies and applicable laws.

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.

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: July 13, 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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