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., Puerto Rico, and more than 100 countries.
With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned specialized accreditation from numerous professional and academic associations that set standards in their respective 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 recognized for the caliber of its academic programs and student experience. Georgia Southern University has also 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 vehicle
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.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.
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