"Custodian (Multiple Positions)"

Job Details

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Custodian (Multiple Positions)

Posting Number: 2026110

Location: San Marcos

Department: DHRL Administration

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: $2,583

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to operate assigned cleaning equipment and tools.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English and follow basic work instructions.
• Ability to perform a range of physical tasks, including reaching, grasping, squeezing, moving wrists, and overhead reaching for up to 6-8 hours per day, depending on job tasks and location requirements.
• Ability to stand and walk for 6-8 hours daily, including walking a total of 3-5 miles per day.
• Ability to kneel, squat, bend and stoop for 1-2 hours daily; push/pull and twist for 2-4 hours daily; and climb stairs or step ladders up to 2 hours per day depending on job tasks and location requirements.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 30 pounds unassisted and 50 pounds assisted as needed throughout the workday.
• Required to work weekends and evenings as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in either of the following: custodial, hospitality, environmental services, warehouse, production, or facilities maintenance.
• Knowledge of professional cleaning methods and techniques, including measuring and mixing cleaning chemicals
• Strong interpersonal communication, customer service, and willingness to be a team member.
• Basic computer skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Job Description:

The custodian position for the Department of Housing and Residential Life is responsible for high performance cleaning, including sanitization, washing, sterilization and maintaining public spaces and restrooms within our residential halls, apartments and other designated areas. This position will work in a large area, often with teams or on special assignments. This position will work weekends, holidays, and earlier/later than scheduled shifts to meet department and university needs.

Job Duties:

General Cleaning

• Work in all buildings managed by Housing & Residential Life, performing cleaning and porter services according to schedule or instructions, using safe and prescribed procedures.
• Sweep and clean building entrances and public areas. Empty trash and recycling and pick up litter. Use commercial custodial equipment, including but not limited to: backpack vacuum, floor machine, and auto-scrubber.
• Establish positive work relationships with supervisors and peers to provide excellent customer service.
• Service and restock restrooms throughout the day.

Safety & Security

• Secure buildings and rooms on schedule and/or after cleaning. Follow correct unlocking, locking, and alarm procedures.
• Carry your University ID during working hours.

Special Events & Emergency Management

• Perform set-ups and break down for special events.
• Provide emergency response and clean up for floods and other custodial emergencies.
• Fill in as required for other crew members and substitute for absent co-workers as needed.
• Mandatory overtime may be required with little or no advance notice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Job Open Date: 10/27/2025

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled: No

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices: You will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references.

Legal and Required Notices: Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54339

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54339 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.