"Internal KU AFSCME Only - Housing Custodial Worker 1 - 1st Shift"

Job Summary

INTERNAL KU AFSCME APPLICANTS ONLY. No external applicants will be considered for this post, please apply to the 25-26 Custodial Pool if you are interested in this position.

This is an emergency essential position.

An employee in this class performs a variety of tasks in connection with cleaning functions. Work involves the use of custodial supplies and modern cleaning equipment and may involve the moving and lifting of heavy furniture. Work is performed in accordance with a well-established routine and is subject to inspection during progress or upon completion for the attainment of established standards of cleanliness.

The days and hours for this custodian position are Monday - Friday 37.5hr 07:00-15:00

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of cleaning experience and/or manual labor.
• Ability to learn the materials, methods, and practices used in custodial work.
• Ability to learn the operation and care of vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, polishing machines, and other janitorial equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Sufficient physical strength to perform custodial tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Stable employment history – a minimum of one year with the same employer.
• Work experience that includes cleaning in an institutional environment.
• Work experience related to floor care including carpet cleaning, scrubbing/waxing, and stripping and waxing.
• Basic computer skills.

Supplemental Information

Applications & Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled, however; to ensure full consideration, internal KU AFSCME staff application materials should be received no later than the end of the day on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation. Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.

Kutztown University is an AA/EOE/member of the PA State System of Higher Education and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.