Custodian I

Custodial I

Pay Rate: $19.35 per hour

Position Summary: Applications for this position will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. on August 24, 2026. This is an essential services position that is eligible for overtime when preapproved by the supervisor and is eligible for call back pay and shift differential when applicable. This is a covered position under the Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs & Services Act. Applications will only be accepted through the Fort Lewis College Workday portal. Physical Plant Services supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operational support, maintenance services and the management of the College's facilities. The services are coordinated through the Service Center and are accomplished by Custodial Services, Electrical and Electronic Systems Maintenance, Grounds and Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical Systems Maintenance, and Structural Maintenance. The Project Management work unit plans projects and provides design and construction management services to support the facilities improvement and construction program. The Custodian Services work unit exists to provide a safe, clean and functional campus through continuous maintenance, of College facilities and provide support for College events. This position exists to support the mission of the Custodial Services work unit to ensure that the buildings assigned are clean, sanitary and presentable. This is an essential services position and is expected to respond during campus emergencies.

Job Description: This position works as a Custodial I on the day custodial crew typically Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Occasional weekend work is required to cover sporting and special events. When working the evening shift or weekends for special events, position may be entitled to a shift differential. This is an essential services position and required to work during inclement weather, special events and in the case of emergencies.

Job Duties

• Cleaning 75%
• Cleans restrooms in classroom and administration buildings and shower rooms in athletic facilities.
• Cleans and disinfects toilets, urinals, wash bowls, showers, mirrors, partitions, doors, floors, walls and circulation vents. Restocks soap and paper products in washrooms and showers.
• Wash entrance windows, chalkboards, trays and erasers. Empties pencil sharpeners. Cleans and disinfects water fountains, lab sinks, doors. Dust furniture, flat surfaces, blinds and vents.
• Cleans walk-off mats. Spot-clean walls, vending machines and doors. Dust furniture, flat surfaces, blinds and vents.
• Sweep outside entryways. Shovels snow to entryways and distribute ice melt.
• Empties and cleans indoor and outdoor waste containers. Dusts and damp mops or vacuums floors in circulation, classrooms, offices, reception and public areas. Burnishes floors. Straighten furniture and desks when appropriate.
• Requires use of basic custodial equipment. Conducts on-going inspection on all cleaning equipment.
• Reports signs of bug, insect and rodent infestation.
• Makes sure classrooms, labs and offices are secure when appropriate.
• Meetings as determined by your supervisor are required.
• May need to perform other duties as assigned in case of emergencies.

• Deep Cleaning 15%
• Project / deep clean and disinfect restrooms, shower and locker rooms. Project or deep clean entryways, circulation, reception areas, classrooms, and offices. Wash windows, clean furniture and fixtures. Stripping, waxing, and burnishing floors.
• Driver training courses required, provided by FLC.
• Transports supplies and waste, on a regular basis, to appropriate locations using college vehicles.
• Requires knowledge and use of advance cleaning equipment and methods.
• Requires the use of a ladder.

• Event Support 5%
• Assists with special events on campus by setting up and taking down, chairs, tables, tents. Services events by picking up trash and debris, emptying trash containers, etc. after sporting events.
• Cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, locker rooms, and bleachers. Sweeping floors, mopping, and running the floor scrubber.
• Transports materials to appropriate locations using college vehicles.

• Training & Professional Development 5%
• Employees must review and comprehend relevant employee handbooks and policies along with completing required training, including workplace safety, compliance, emergency procedures, and job-specific skills. Active participation in meetings, collaboration with colleagues, and professional development aligned with institutional goals are expected.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 6 months of commercial, industrial or institutional custodial experience.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets
• Reading, writing and oral comprehension
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Active listening skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time
• Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather
• Ability to respond appropriately to supervision
• Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers
• Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check as a condition of employment. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with Fort Lewis College policy.
• A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of lifting abilities.
• This is an essential services position and must be able to work during inclement weather, special events, and emergencies. If the campus is closed due to inclement weather, this position must be able to get to work on time to assist with weather emergencies.

APPEAL RIGHTS:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (View email address on click.appcast.io), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed View phone number on click.appcast.io) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at View phone number on click.appcast.io; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Notice to Prospective Employees: The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about:

• Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy
• Sexual assault policy
• Campus security policies
• Campus/community resources
• The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment
• Where to find registered sex offender information
• Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years
• Reporting crimes

The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways: By going to the internet website at: Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security