Custodian

Responsibilities

• Clean residence hall lobbies, bathrooms, hallways, and other assigned areas by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting, and polishing
• Empty trash and recycling containers and transport waste to outdoor refuse containers
• Clean, strip, wax, and polish floors using industrial mops and commercial floor machines
• Operate wet/dry vacuums, carpet extraction equipment, and flood pumps as required
• Wash building exteriors, windows, walls, fixtures, steps, and sidewalks using power washers and other cleaning equipment
• Secure campus buildings by locking and unlocking doors using assigned keys
• Move and set up furniture, tables, chairs, and partitions for special events and programs
• Report maintenance needs and safety hazards to supervisors

Requirements

• Ability to walk large buildings and ascend/descend stairs multiple times daily
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift/move furniture weighing 20-40 lbs
• For Custodian 2 level: 6 months of experience in custodial, housekeeping, groundskeeping, or food service work
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement options and flexible spending accounts
• Various leave options and paid holidays
• Wellness benefits and employee discounts
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Training and development opportunities

About the Company

Louisiana State University is the state's premier flagship research university, comprising multiple institutions and programs across Louisiana. LSU is dedicated to academic excellence, groundbreaking research, and providing vital resources to improve quality of life through innovation in science, engineering, and the humanities.