Lead Custodial Specialist

This leadership position within custodial services supports K-State’s mission of learning, scholarship, creative endeavor and research by creating and maintaining an environment which contributes to the health and safety of students, faculty, staf...

  • 519216
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Fac Custodial Services
  • Staff Full Time (USS)
  • Opening on: Mar 7 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

This leadership position within custodial services supports K-State’s mission of learning, scholarship, creative endeavor and research by creating and maintaining an environment which contributes to the health and safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors. The team leader’s purpose is to guide and support their team toward achieving organizational goals while fostering individual and collective growth. This position plays an integral role in maintaining and sustaining university structural assets. This position is responsible for first impressions, thus playing an important role in student, faculty & staff recruitment and retention. This position performs a variety of custodial functions to include cleaning, disinfecting, minor equipment repair and preventative maintenance. It will be required to utilize a broad array of chemicals and operate a variety of power equipment in maintenance of floors and other duties. The position will also perform a variety of miscellaneous tasks as assigned by a supervisor and must be able to work with minimal supervision. This position requires the ability to frequently interact effectively with university students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Direct supervision is from the Custodial Services Supervisor. Hours are 5:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., with occasional call back for emergencies.

About Us

The Division of Facilities is an action-oriented service organization within the K-State family. We plan, budget, build, operate, maintain, clean, supply and transport. We are custodians, landscapers, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, mechanics, project managers, engineers, architects, accountants, and administrative professionals — all stewards and leaders of an inspiring campus shared by many.

Worksite Option

This position is on-site

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • One year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Custodial experience in large residential or commercial buildings. Be able to learn the operation of a wide variety of commercial janitorial equipment and chemicals.

Other Requirements:

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Application and Resume

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$15.00 to $16.52 per hour

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Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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