What are the responsibilities and job description for the Campus Service Worker / Campus Custodian - Health Sciences Center position at West Virginia University?
The department of Facilities Management at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Campus Custodian at the Health Sciences Center.
About The Opportunity
Under the Direction of the Manager, Supervisor or Lead this position will perform general cleaning of assigned areas at the Health Sciences Campus Facilities. Work will be performed within established safety guidelines and procedures.
Benefits
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
Hours: 4 am - 12 pm
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community.We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere.Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact.To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu .
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting
Jul 22, 2026
Posting Classification
Classified
Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full-time
About The Opportunity
Under the Direction of the Manager, Supervisor or Lead this position will perform general cleaning of assigned areas at the Health Sciences Campus Facilities. Work will be performed within established safety guidelines and procedures.
Benefits
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
- 37.5-hour work week
- 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
- 15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
- 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
- WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
- Wellness programs
- Cleans public area and furnishings; sweeps, mops, scrubs, disinfects, waxes, and polishes floors, hallways, stairs, elevators, and related fixtures.
- Utilizes brooms, mops, rags, brushes, and powered scrubbing, buffing, and waxing machines.
- Cleans and disinfects bathroom walls, floors, fixtures, stalls, mirrors, lavatories, commodes, and other plumbing facilities.
- Replenishes bathroom supplies including toilet tissue, towels, and soap.
- Vacuums and shampoos carpets, rugs, and upholstery using commercial vacuum cleaners and shampooers.
- Dusts and polishes furniture, desks, tabletops, file cabinets, bookcases, and related woodwork.
- Empties and cleans waste receptacles and recycle bins. Transports trash and waste to disposal areas.
- Cleans area around disposal sites.
- Wash and clean walls, ceilings, doors, windows, radiators, and ventilators.
- Mixes, dilutes, and uses commercial strength disinfectants, germicidal detergents, and other stringent cleaning solutions following established safety procedures. Calculates area to determine amounts of cleaning solutions required.
- Moves, sets up, rearranges, and dismantles desks, tables, chairs, displays and other related equipment using dolly, hand cart, or physically lifting objects. Mandatory overtime may required as assigned.
- Incumbent will be responsible for timely data entry related to accomplishments and progress as well as leave request, tracking personal information, reviewing personal leave balances and maintaining positive leave balances.
- The incumbent is responsible for overall accuracy and adhering to University Policies related to leave request approvals, documentation up to and including proper use of University equipment and adhering to University Computer Policies regarding security and proper use.
Hours: 4 am - 12 pm
- High School Diploma or GED required
- A minimum of one (1) year experience in the following:
- Broad based custodial cleaning skills
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
- All qualifications must be met by the time of employment
- Ability to operate powered custodial equipment.
- Ability to bend, stoop and carry items as necessary.
- Ability to learn how to apply custodial products (cleaners, surface finishes, and disinfectants).
- Ability to read and write and follow safety instructions.
- Ability to maintain proper attendance levels and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work overtime as required
- Ability to manage time and resources effectively
- Ability to operate a computer and accurately enter information.
- Ability to function in highly stressful situations.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to perform work in a professional capacity, technical language as well as in simple, everyday terminology utilizing both written and oral communications.
- Self-motivated/ability to function with minimal supervision/direction and lead by example.
- Ability to work in varying temperature environments.
- Ability to crawl and climb heights over 10 feet.
- Ability to lift materials over 50 lbs.
- Ability to work mandatory overtime and respond during off hours as needed.
- Ability to work safely around moving equipment, heights and uneven surfaces.
- Normal office environment
- Use of computer and office equipment
- Walking distance, standing, lifting, bending, carrying over 50 lbs
- Crawling, climbing, and awkward positions
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community.We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere.Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact.To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu .
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting
Jul 22, 2026
Posting Classification
Classified
Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full-time