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Building Services Custodian

North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 9/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/14/2027

Description & Details:

Performing daily custodial duties required for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings. Performs duties related to General Facilities maintenance. Perform custodial work required for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings; move furniture and equipment, collect waste and recycling. Perform other custodial related duties such as cleaning, renovating and renewing floor surface finishes; clean windows, walls, carpets, woodwork, offices, labs, classrooms and restrooms; clean and dust furnishings; maintain snow and ice. Assist in the set up and tear down of special events.

Work Schedule: AM Shifts

Hiring Range: $36,608.00 to $37,000.00

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of materials, equipment and methods used in the cleaning and upkeep of buildings

  • Ability to follow communicated instructions and work independently after instructions

  • Must possess computer usage skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills

  • Satisfactory demonstration of individual’s ability to meet minimum qualifications

  • Good oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in university or school custodial services

  • Minimum of one-year custodial work experience

Applicant Materials Required: Completion of NDSU Online Application


NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan

    • Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account

    • Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire

    • Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation

  • Superb Retirement Plan

    • Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position

  • Basic Term Life Insurance

  • Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)

  • Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)

  • Paid Leave – including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans

  • More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information:

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.

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