Custodian I

About the Role

The Housing Facilities Services (HFS) group at the University of Colorado, Boulder is seeking applications for a Custodian. The Custodial Team is critical for ensuring that all HFS-related facilities are maintained to the highest standard of cleanliness, functionality, and customer service. This position will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in high traffic areas and facilities throughout the CU Boulder Campus and will interact with students, faculty, staff, and guests on a regular basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Use backpack vacuum to thoroughly clean all floor surfaces and stairwells, including entryway mats and elevator door tracks.
• Vacuum upholstery as needed, as well as erasers and chalk trays in classrooms and conference rooms.
• Mop all hard surface floors regularly and spot mop spills.
• Empty all waste and recycling receptacles and dispose of trash and recyclable materials in the appropriate containers.
• Dust and/or wash windowsills, glass doors, furniture, elevator walls, and all unobstructed horizontal and vertical surfaces.
• Clean restrooms using tools such as squeegees, brushes, and high-pressure sprays to clean all surfaces.
• Restock all supplies daily.
• Clean and perform minor maintenance on custodial equipment to keep it in proper working order and report all equipment needing repairs to the supervisor.
• Remove graffiti, spot clean carpets, and remove gum from floors as needed.
• Scrub and disinfect drinking fountains.
• Provide a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, and visitors by removing ice and snow with shovels, ice scrapers, or salt from outside walks, steps, and entrances.
• Perform initial emergency clean up including water and/or debris.
• Move or assist in the moving of heavy furniture.
• Identify and report updates to building floor plans and maintenance problems such as burned-out bulbs or tubes, running water, and plugged drains to supervisor.
• Assist with the stripping and finishing of hard surface floors.
• Participate in the “Eyes and Ears Program” and "Emergency Response Teams" as needed.

Work Schedule

• The anticipated schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Six (6) months of work experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and customers.
• Ability to lift, move, and operate cleaning tools and equipment.
• Any custodial related work experience.

Benefits

• The annual salary for this position is $40,726.40.
• Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days, and 11 holidays per year.
• Access to medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
• EcoPass for free RTD rides.
• Opportunity for career growth within the division of student life and the CU Boulder campus.

Special Instructions to Apply

• A current resume.
• A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
• Apply by November 16, 2026 for consideration.
• Application materials will not be accepted via email. Please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

Essential Services

• This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood, and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his/her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.