Custodian

Custodian - 529521

Job no: 529521

Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)

Location: Tuscaloosa

Categories: Facilities/ Grounds

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $15.00 - Midpoint: $17.26 (Hourly N1)

Department/Organization: 508108 - Capstone Village Facility Cost

Normal Work Schedule: Varies; Monday - Friday 4:00am to 12:30pm, 7:00am to 3:30pm, 3:30pm to 12:00am

Job Summary: The Custodian performs routine manual work in housekeeping and cleaning of interior spaces and immediate exterior areas. Sweeps, mops, vacuums, polishes and dusts furniture, and cleans restrooms, windows, blinds, mirrors, etc. in buildings across campus.

Additional Department Summary: Performs routine manual work in housekeeping and cleaning of interior spaces and immediate exterior areas. Typical duties include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, polishing, dusting furniture, cleaning restrooms, windows, blinds, and mirrors.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Must be able to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to lift, handle, and maneuver the tools, materials, and supplies of the job (up to 50lbs). Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time. Ability to reach and lift arms above head. Ability to kneel, bend, or stoop. Must be comfortable working around pets.

Preferred Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Have a valid U.S. driver's license, be at least 21 years of age, and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report as determined by the insurance carrier.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity : The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC's Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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Advertised: 10 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time

Applications close: 15 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time