"Custodian"

Job Details

Custodian

Job ID: 293748

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Custodial Operations

Job Summary

Perform cleaning services for University facilities following established procedures and guidelines in maintenance of buildings, classrooms, offices, lavatories and restrooms. Conduct cleaning of assigned areas, furnishings and equipment using manual tools and electrically-powered machines.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms using established practices and procedures
• Clean, dust, wipe, and polish furniture and building furnishings, including moving items as needed
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and perform specialized floor care such as stripping, buffing, and applying sealers/finishes
• Empty, clean, and replace wastebaskets and trash containers
• Wash interior and exterior windows, blinds, and clean interior walls, removing adhesives, tacks, and graffiti
• Remove recyclable materials from assigned areas and transport them to designated recycling dumpsters
• Replace light bulbs as needed
• Assist with setup and breakdown of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, and events
• Lock and unlock buildings, secure facilities, check doors and windows, and report unauthorized occupants
• Follow safety instructions for chemical and supply use and assist with inventory control

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• One (1) year of related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to operate a University

Proposed Salary

$15.84 - $17.24 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin as early as January 12, 2026.