Job Details

Custodian I

Position Number: 9943531
Location: Moscow, United States
Position Type: Facilities Management

Custodian I

University of Idaho

Appointment Information

Working Title: Custodian I

Division/College: 3970-AUX Auxiliary Services

Department: 907-AUX Campus Services

Location: Moscow

Location Details: Moscow

FTE: 1

Advertising Pay Range: $16 per hour or higher depending on experience

Is this position contingent on work and/or funding: True

FLSA Status: Classified

Type of Appointment: Full Fiscal Year

Position Overview:

The position is responsible for maintaining clean and orderly facilities for students, faculty, staff and visitors. As part of a self-directed team, the position will take initiative to schedule cleaning and maintenance activities.

Duties may include:

Perform basic cleaning, sanitization and trash collection in and around residences halls and university buildings

Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies

Notify occupants of cleaning and floor maintenance schedules

Maintain clean and clear walkways, ensuring they are free of debris, litter, snow and ice

Respond to emergencies and assist other departments when needed to ensure optimum service

Ensure that assigned rooms and buildings are opened and locked as scheduled

Assist with training new employees

Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Performing cleaning tasks
Working in a team-oriented environment

Required Education:

None

Required Other:

Possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
Be at least 18 years of age

Additional Preferred:

Experience operating industrial high-speed cleaning equipment; performing minor maintenance on custodial equipment; and explaining the use and maintenance of custodial equipment
Expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to custodial services

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Must be able to:

Climb ladders, bend and stoop
Lift, carry or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds
Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
Work in inclement weather conditions

Posting Information

Open Until Filled: True

Special Instructions to Applicants: Hiring multiple positions on swing and dayshift.

To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than November 18, 2026.

In your letter of qualifications ( https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/applicant-resources ) using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.

If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at cday@uidaho.edu.

Visa Sponsorship: No

Degree Requirement Timeline: N/A - no degree required

To apply, please visit: https://careers.uidaho.edu/jobs/custodian-i-moscow-idaho-united-states-acd9e756-c0d3-47e6-acee-b40c08777797