Custodial Worker, Housing

Position Summary

Perform a full range of custodial duties related to the cleaning and maintenance of buildings and facilities; perform related work as required.

Duties/Responsibilities 

• Perform general cleaning of lobbies, offices, conference rooms, public restrooms, floors, dining room floors and casual seating in dining areas, common areas in Dorms and Apartments, computer labs, multi-purpose rooms in dorms, stairwells in dorms and apartments, laundry rooms (floors and trash), Study areas, cleaning apartments upon request, cleaning entrance ways to dorms and apartment buildings this includes glass. Cleaning Housing buildings Community Center/ laundromat, Res Life, Religious Life building/laundromat, Willard conference room/ maintenance restrooms and all duties as assigned.
  
  
• Clean related fixtures and restock supplies.
  
  
• Perform general cleaning of windows, walls, doors, stairs, desks, chairs, tables, blackboards, and related furniture and fixtures.
  
  
• Clean, sweep, vacuum, extract, mop, maintain floors and steps.
  
  
• Dispose of trash, biohazards, and recyclables properly.
  
  
• Replace light bulbs as needed.
  
  
• Setup and arrange furniture and equipment for classes and scheduled events.
  
  
• Work safely with equipment, vehicles, cleaning fluids, chemicals, and other cleaning agents.
  
  
• Report safety hazards, identify and report maintenance needs in assigned buildings and facilities.
  
  
• Report observed suspicious or unusual situations or activities promptly to designated authorities.
  
  
• Assist in snow removal from building entrances and adjacent walkways.
  
  
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Must possess the ability to work independently and be self-motivated to complete tasks within allotted timeframe.
  
  
• Working knowledge of computers, internet, and email systems required.
  
  
• Ability to work with diverse group of individuals required.
  
  

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience in industrial or commercial cleaning preferred.

Ability to read and write preferred.

Ability to perform basic math preferred.

Experience with computers, internet, and email software preferred.

Functional Requirements

• Ongoing physical access to departments and facilities throughout the University for extended periods. Continuous independent physical access to departments and facilities within assigned areas averaging 30,000 square feet.
  
  
• Frequent independent physical manipulation of loads of up to 20 pounds for extended periods. Occasional independent physical manipulation of loads of up to 50 pounds. Occasional physical manipulation of loads up to 100 pounds with the assistance of a co-worker.
  
  
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, crouching, climbing or otherwise positioning oneself to access, examine, and clean objects and areas in various configurations and at various heights, ranging from ground level to eight feet high. Intermittent use of a ladder to reach heights up to ten feet.
  
  
• Ongoing independent physical manipulation of cleaning equipment and machinery—including broom and floor care machines such as vacuum, buffer, scrubber, extractor, and special purpose machines—when maintaining floors, steps, entrances, and halls.
  
  
• Ability to learn cleaning methods and understand policies.
  
  
• Ongoing manipulation of small objects and hand tools for extended periods to perform cleaning tasks.
  
  
• Frequent use of computer systems to receive and respond to emails.
  
  
• Continuous independent assessment of assigned area to evaluate for cleanness and necessary action.
  
  
• Continuous independent assessment of cleaning equipment performance to identify defects.
  
  
• Ongoing receipt and accurate understanding of instructions and other communications provided by supervisors.
  
  
• Ongoing presentation of a positive demeanor while interacting and cooperating with University employees, students, and visitors.
• Ongoing selective attention to assigned tasks for prolonged periods.
  
  

Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements

About USI      

The University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN. We offer employees exceptional benefits! Benefits for this position include:

• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short term and long-term disability insurance plans.
• Retirement plan where the University makes the total contribution equivalent to 7% of annual salary.
• Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children.
• Accrue up to 10 paid vacation days per fiscal year – accrual increases after 4, 7, and 11 years of service

For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/benefits.

Search Committee Chair:

If you have questions about the open position, please contact Selene Deom, search committee chair, at skdeom@usi.edu.

Best Consideration Date:

For best consideration, please submit materials by June 30, 2026.

Pre-Employment Screening

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Authorization to Work in the United States

USI typically will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.

Interview Accommodations

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the Associate Director of Human Resources, Constance Hermann, at cjhermann1@usi.edu or (812) 461-5363. Contacting the Associate Director of Human Resources is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.

EEO Statement

USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities