What are the responsibilities and job description for the N99757 Custodian I, Tahlequah position at Northeastern State University?
Custodian I, Tahlequah, Day Shift
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the custodial maintenance of Tahlequah campus buildings and facilities.
MAJOR DUTIES
Cleans, sanitizes, and details restrooms; refills dispensers.
Dusts and wipes furniture and fixtures.
Sweeps, mops, and vacuums floors; strips, cleans, waxes and buffs floors.
Empties and cleans trash receptacles.
Cleans classrooms and laboratories.
Loads and unloads supplies; stocks and organizes storage area.
Cleans spills and broken glass.
Moves furniture.
Assists with setting up for special events.
Reports maintenance needs to supervisor.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Required By The Position
Knowledge of the materials, equipment and methods used in the custodial maintenance of public buildings.
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of a variety of custodial equipment.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in communicating with others.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Custodial Services Manager assigns work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include university policies and procedures and supervisory instructions. These guidelines are clear and specific.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
The work consists of directly-related custodial duties. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to perform custodial maintenance in assigned university buildings. Success in this position results in safe and well-maintained buildings.
CONTACTS
Contacts are typically with co-workers, other university personnel, faculty, staff, students, and members of the general public.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, or to provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and utilizes the sense of smell.
The work is typically performed in an office or stockroom, in a variety of university buildings, and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Annual salary $25,536.00 with excellent benefits, including generous leave time.
Anticipated hire date: 8/17/2026
Applications will be accepted until: 7/27/2026
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted. To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.
Notice to applicants
It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the custodial maintenance of Tahlequah campus buildings and facilities.
MAJOR DUTIES
Cleans, sanitizes, and details restrooms; refills dispensers.
Dusts and wipes furniture and fixtures.
Sweeps, mops, and vacuums floors; strips, cleans, waxes and buffs floors.
Empties and cleans trash receptacles.
Cleans classrooms and laboratories.
Loads and unloads supplies; stocks and organizes storage area.
Cleans spills and broken glass.
Moves furniture.
Assists with setting up for special events.
Reports maintenance needs to supervisor.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Required By The Position
Knowledge of the materials, equipment and methods used in the custodial maintenance of public buildings.
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of a variety of custodial equipment.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in communicating with others.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Custodial Services Manager assigns work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include university policies and procedures and supervisory instructions. These guidelines are clear and specific.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
The work consists of directly-related custodial duties. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to perform custodial maintenance in assigned university buildings. Success in this position results in safe and well-maintained buildings.
CONTACTS
Contacts are typically with co-workers, other university personnel, faculty, staff, students, and members of the general public.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, or to provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and utilizes the sense of smell.
The work is typically performed in an office or stockroom, in a variety of university buildings, and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Annual salary $25,536.00 with excellent benefits, including generous leave time.
Anticipated hire date: 8/17/2026
Applications will be accepted until: 7/27/2026
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted. To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.
Notice to applicants
It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Salary : $25,536