Custodian I - Day Shift

Summary

Job Summary

Facilities Management at CU Boulder encourages applications for 2 Custodial Staff! These positions clean and sanitize facilities for students, staff, faculty and customers on the Boulder Campus.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Facilities Management (FM) is responsible for the overall physical development and maintenance of the campus. The mission of the department is to provide a safe physical environment that promotes the advancement and transfer of knowledge!

Responsibilities

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Team Cleaning Program

• Rotate through different specialist positions. Includes cleaning floors, cleaning, disinfecting, and stocking restrooms with needed supplies. Remove waste and recyclable materials from classrooms, labs, offices halls and other areas.
• Maintain safe work practices, participate in department safety meetings and complete assigned trainings.
• Notify supervisor of safety incidents, near misses and potential hazards.
• Clean and perform minor maintenance on custodial equipment to keep it in working order.
• Report equipment needing repairs to supervisor. Empty and clean vacuums, auto scrubbers, buckets and hydro- and hepa-vacs daily.
• Keep workstations clean and well stocked with supplies and materials.
• Maintain custodial workstation in a safe manner, add water to floor drains as needed, and report updates to building floor plans.
  
  

Snow and Ice Removal

• Remove ice and snow from sidewalks and stairs as needed.
• Apply de-icer when needed to keep entryways open and safe.
  
  

Specialty and Emergency Work

• Emergency Response – perform initial emergency clean up, pick up water or debris, then extract carpeted floors and upholstered furniture with disinfectant.
• Clean upholstery by hand or with extractor as scheduled.
• Move or assist in moving heavy furniture.
• Attend and participate in required safety trainings and promote safety within work environment.
• Possess ability to read and comprehend lab safety signs, symbols and postings. Create and place safety signs as needed to help prevent accidents.
  
  

What You Should Know

• We have 2 positions available for this Day Shift position! The work schedule for these in-person positions is Monday - Friday from 4:30 am - 1:00 pm. This position may be required to work alternative shifts.
• These positions are eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program.
  
  

What We Can Offer

The annual salary for this role is $39,852.

If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be impactful. Be proactive. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
• Six months of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.
  
  

What You Will Need

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• The ability to work independently and in a team setting.
  
  

Special Instructions

To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials

• A current resume that includes date ranges for each position held and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
• Optional : A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
• DD-214 for veteran applicants.
• Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran’s preference points within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to recruiting@colorado.edu and reference the job to which you are applying.
  
  

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by April 7, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .

Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.