Custodian

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Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Custodian
Pay Grade Level G-9
FLSA Non-Exempt
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, health savings accounts, Michigan Public School Employees Retirement Systems, TIAA 403(b), generous sick and vacation time, paid holidays, modified summer schedule, YMCA membership, Wellness Program, tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
Department Facilities Support Services
Campus Location Escanaba
Min Salary $18.39
Max Salary $21.63
FTE
1
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time
Position Type Staff
Job Summary/Basic Function
This position is responsible for the full range of custodial services within assigned areas, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all who use our facilities. The role requires taking ownership of the assigned spaces, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, and proactively addressing needs before they arise. Work is performed with significant independence and personal judgment, under the general direction of the Facilities Support Manager. Hours are primarily 1:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m., with occasional adjustments to support late or weekend events.
Minimum Qualifications • Associates degree in general studies or the equivalent of work experience (six or more years' experience in commercial, institutional, or industrial custodial work) • Three years' experience working in a commercial, institutional, or industrial custodial work. • Ability to work a flexible schedule • Proficient use of the Internet to search, research best practices, view online training, and video tutorials • Proficient use of a smart device/phone for calling, texting, calendaring, and use of necessary apps • Ability to use a computer and Microsoft Word and Excel as well as software packages necessary to perform the job • Have knowledge of cleaning methods, procedures, equipment and supplies used in custodial services in a commercial setting • Considerable knowledge of safety procedures, cleaning agents, and related products • Ability to effectively use online and printed SDS's • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms • Ability to lead and motivate any direct reports and assure work performed in a timely manner • Ability to use good judgement in high stress situations • Ability to utilize problem identification and resolution techniques and courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, vendors, and the public • Possess a valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications • Six or more years' experience in commercial, institutional, or industrial custodial work • Prior supervision experience
Months Per Year 12
Hours Worked Per Week 40
Work Schedule 1:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. with a half hour lunch
Supervision Exercised
May supervise Student Workers, Work Study Students, and Community Service workers.
Supervision Received
Works under the general supervision of the Facilities Support Manager.
Work Environment
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be loud in areas of equipment operation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned into this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Job related functions may be performed with or without accommodations.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Travel requirement
Job Duties
Job Duty
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for custodial services
Job Duty
Be accountable for all custodial services performed in assigned areas
Job Duty
Monitor college scheduling through EMS software to plan and coordinate
Job Duty
When necessary: hire, schedule, and manage student employees, including providing new student employees with training on SOPs and safety practices
Job Duty
Create and maintain a safe working environment
Job Duty
Provide input for budget development to include tracking of work-study staff
Job Duty
Monitor custodial supplies and coordinate purchasing with management
Job Duty
Assist in the development of standard operating procedures (SOP) within custodial services
Job Duty
Ensure sanitation and safety meets state and federal standards recognized by inspecting agencies
Job Duty
Resolve problems and meet expected service levels
Job Duty
Evaluate new products
Job Duty
Assist in the inspection of facilities and participate in planning, scheduling, and implementing identified repair or replacement work
Job Duty
Receive and respond to work requests and any special needs
Job Duty
Maintain and repair custodial equipment to the extent possible
Job Duty
Setup and teardown tables, chairs, and other equipment used in a variety of events on campus
Job Duty
Assist campus security.
Job Duty
Daily locking of all doors and windows and the inspection of rooms, hallways, and offices for any unauthorized personnel or objects
Job Duty
Set all required alarms
Job Duty
Assist in the response of emergency calls, security/fire alarms, student/faculty situations and general problems
Job Duty
Act as a member of the emergency response team
Job Duty
Serve as back-up for other Custodial and Facility Support Specialists when vacancies arise, as needed.
Job Duty
Any other duties as assigned
Department Information
Contact(s)
Beth Berube, Director of Human Resources Shena Meffer, Human Resources Specialist
Contact Phone/Extension 906-217-4016
Contact Email hr@baycollege.edu
Contact Fax 906-217-1625
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S247P
Posting Date 08/11/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Target application deadline is August 21, 2025. Applications will be accepted until filled.
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://careers.baycollege.edu/postings/2575
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Location:
Escanaba, MI, United States
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Building And Grounds Cleaning And Maintenance Occupations

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