What are the responsibilities and job description for the UHDS Custodian position at Oregon State University?
Important Notifications
Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.
Current Employees: Do not apply via the OSU Career site. Instead, please login to your regular Workday account and visit the Jobs Hub to apply.
Department
University Housing and Dining Services
Special Instructions To Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
For Additional Information Please Contact
Scott Caldwell
Scott.Caldwell@oregonstate.edu
541-737-1714
Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill multiple full-time Custodian positions for University Housing and Dining Services at Oregon State University (OSU).
University Housing and Dining Services (UHDS) recognizes the importance of learning both in and out of the classroom, and supports the concept of education as an individual as well as a community experience. Our primary focus is service to OSU students. We strive to provide our students, faculty, staff, and guests with safe, economical, on-campus living and dining options that are convenient and comfortable. We offer a variety of living and dining options in our residence halls, three dining centers, and a limited number of family apartments and houses. Our Department is an auxiliary enterprise which is funded solely by customers who use our services -- we receive no State or tax dollars. We work to maintain the highest educational and service standards for our customers. University Housing and Dining Services is committed to an appreciation for inclusive excellence, and fosters an open and respectful and enjoyable living, learning and working environment.
A personal and professional commitment to providing excellent customer service and creating inclusive environments is a core value of University Housing and Dining Services.
This position will adhere to all OSU and UHDS policies and procedures.
Custodial services for UHDS provides a clean, healthy and presentable environment in all of its facilities. Custodians are committed to the overall success and satisfaction of UHDS students, customers, clients and guests and demonstrate this commitment through the work that they perform.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
These positions work in various environments including but not limited to: residence hall, office/work environment, apartment housing or dining center. These positions interact with residents and customers on a daily basis. Typical work shift is M-F from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, 5 days per week which may include weekends.
This position is deemed essential and will be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency and other University work curtailments or closures.
Salary Range
$18.06 - $22.84
Anticipated Start Date
2026-11-16
Anticipated End Date
When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.
Current Employees: Do not apply via the OSU Career site. Instead, please login to your regular Workday account and visit the Jobs Hub to apply.
Department
University Housing and Dining Services
Special Instructions To Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
- A resume
- A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
For Additional Information Please Contact
Scott Caldwell
Scott.Caldwell@oregonstate.edu
541-737-1714
Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill multiple full-time Custodian positions for University Housing and Dining Services at Oregon State University (OSU).
University Housing and Dining Services (UHDS) recognizes the importance of learning both in and out of the classroom, and supports the concept of education as an individual as well as a community experience. Our primary focus is service to OSU students. We strive to provide our students, faculty, staff, and guests with safe, economical, on-campus living and dining options that are convenient and comfortable. We offer a variety of living and dining options in our residence halls, three dining centers, and a limited number of family apartments and houses. Our Department is an auxiliary enterprise which is funded solely by customers who use our services -- we receive no State or tax dollars. We work to maintain the highest educational and service standards for our customers. University Housing and Dining Services is committed to an appreciation for inclusive excellence, and fosters an open and respectful and enjoyable living, learning and working environment.
A personal and professional commitment to providing excellent customer service and creating inclusive environments is a core value of University Housing and Dining Services.
This position will adhere to all OSU and UHDS policies and procedures.
Custodial services for UHDS provides a clean, healthy and presentable environment in all of its facilities. Custodians are committed to the overall success and satisfaction of UHDS students, customers, clients and guests and demonstrate this commitment through the work that they perform.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a clean and safe resident hall for all of our guest
- Clean and disinfect Bathrooms, showers, classrooms and offices
- Sweep, mop and vacuum hard surfaces and carpets
- Clean multiple spaces within UHDS facilities
- Assist with deep cleaning of our halls, including floor work
- Moving and transporting furniture and equipment
- Trash removal, stocking paper products and chemical stock
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification. The appointing authority is responsible for recruitment and selection.
Preferred Qualifications
- Willingness to work any shift
- Ability to understand and produce written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate in a variety of situations.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Successful as a Custodian or housekeeper.
- Experience working in a college or university setting.
- Attention to detail.
- Dedication to a high level of customer satisfaction.
These positions work in various environments including but not limited to: residence hall, office/work environment, apartment housing or dining center. These positions interact with residents and customers on a daily basis. Typical work shift is M-F from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, 5 days per week which may include weekends.
This position is deemed essential and will be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency and other University work curtailments or closures.
Salary Range
$18.06 - $22.84
Anticipated Start Date
2026-11-16
Anticipated End Date
When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Salary : $18 - $23