Custodian Position at University of Louisville Thompson Hospitality Facilities is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Custodian to support the cleanliness, sanitation, and overall appearance of campus facilities at the University of Louisville. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors through daily custodial services and facility support.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, residence halls, dining areas, common spaces, and other campus facilities
- Perform routine custodial duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, trash removal, and disinfecting surfaces
- Replenish restroom and facility supplies including soap, paper towels, tissue, and sanitizing products
- Maintain entrances, hallways, stairwells, elevators, and exterior walkways to ensure cleanliness and safety
- Respond promptly to spills, emergency cleanups, and service requests
- Assist with room setups and breakdowns for meetings, campus events, and special functions
- Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, floor machines, carpet extractors, and cleaning carts safely and effectively
- Follow all safety procedures, chemical handling guidelines, and OSHA regulations
- Report maintenance issues, damaged equipment, or safety hazards to supervisors promptly
- Maintain custodial closets, equipment, and storage areas in a clean and organized condition
- Support additional facility and custodial operations as assigned by management
- Work Environment
- Active college campus environment at University of Louisville
- Fast-paced setting with frequent interaction with students, faculty, staff, and visitors
- Exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, noise from equipment, and varying temperatures
- May require evening, weekend, holiday, or special event coverage based on campus operational needs
- Work may involve multiple campus buildings, stairways, and both indoor and outdoor responsibilities
Qualifications:- High school diploma or GED preferred1-year previous custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or facilities maintenance experience preferred
- Experience working in educational, healthcare, hospitality, or commercial environments is a plus
- Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Reliable attendance and punctuality required
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Efficiently manage time to complete tasks within designated schedules.
- Basic communication abilities to understand instructions and work effectively within a team or with supervisors.
- Familiarity with various cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment used in custodial work.
- Understanding and implementing safety guidelines when handling cleaning agents and operating equipment to prevent accidents.
Physical Requirements:- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
- Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead regularly
- Ability to perform repetitive cleaning motions including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming
- Ability to safely operate custodial and floor care equipment
- Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions as needed
- Ability to safely handle cleaning chemicals and supplies in accordance with safety guidelines
- Sufficient manual dexterity and coordination to use cleaning tools and equipment effectively
- Visual and auditory ability to identify hazards, spills, or maintenance concerns and respond appropriately
