Building Custodian

Building Custodian

Date Posted: Sep 2, 2026

Requisition ID: 483281

Location:

Plainfield, IN, US, 46168

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board:

The Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board is the governing body of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, located in Plainfield, Indiana. The Board is comprised of 17 members, who have been appointed by the governor. The board sets the requirements and criteria for the basic training of law enforcement officers throughout the State of Indiana, which became mandatory in 1972.

Role Overview:

Incumbent serves as a Building Custodian within the Housekeeping Department of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA). Incumbent is responsible for performing cleaning and minor maintenance tasks to ensure that the academy buildings and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe and sanitary manner. Incumbent reports to the Building Custodian Supervisor.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $34,216.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator ( to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Supervise the use of custodial equipment and supplies.

• Arrange work production to meet daily workflow and short/long term goals.

• Provide proper supervision, guidance, training, and support to other employees.

• Inspect all work tasks for quality assurance and completion.

• Complete needed maintenance reports, including the daily activity inspection.

• Complete appropriate Blood borne Pathogens forms for hazardous spills.

• Follow proper methods regarding mold remediation.

• Follow process when handling biohazard materials.

• Keep concise inventory and material records.

• Clean, restock consumables, and sanitize various office spaces.

• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Through knowledge of standard process, practices, and procedures of the custodial trade.

• Advanced knowledgeable in the operation of custodial equipment.

• Considerable knowledge of Safety Data Sheets requirements and mixing of cleaning chemicals.

• Ability to supervise, motivate, and direct the work of custodial staff.

• Use and maintenance assigned power equipment and hand tools

• Advanced knowledge of cleaning chemicals and solvents and their appropriate applications.

• Ability to maintain good working relations with employees, department heads, and other staff.

• Ability to keep and maintain records and prepare progress reports.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when maintaining high level offices.

• Ability to follow to process outlined for handling biohazard materials.

• Ability to follow proper process regarding mold remediation.

A degree is not required.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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