Custodian - Day Shift

Posting Details

Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information


This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition
202600123S


Title
Custodian - Day Shift


FLSA status
Non-Exempt


Hiring Salary


This position is a pay grade 2. Please see Pay Grade Table at: .

Occupational Category
Service Maintenance


Department
Facilities Campus Services


Division
Division of Finance and Operations


Open Date
05/08/2026


Open Until Filled
Yes


Educational and Experience Requirement


Less than a high school diploma with the ability to read and write. Minimum of six months related experience. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position


Performs custodial and routine maintenance duties, in various areas of the University.

Primary Responsibilities


Buffs and polishes floors, cleans carpet, wet mops and dust mops. Cleans restroom, vacuums carpets and rugs, collects and removes trash and rubbish. Dusts, polishes furniture, strips, and refinishes floors and performs all cleaning and related duties. Assists in training new custodians. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications


Utilizes standard industry tools and equipment such as vacuum, scrubber, floor polisher, and shampooer. May assist in training of new custodians within the assigned area. Requires accuracy in following written and oral instructions. May be exposed to outside weather and fifty percent exposure to one or more elements such as dust, dirt, fumes, and chemicals. Requires the ability to maintain a good working relationship with other University employees and students. Requires alertness and attention to duties to avoid mistakes and injury.

This position is Monday - Friday, Day shift, 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Training Hours for the first two weeks: Day 1: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Day 2 - 14: 5:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Full Time Part Time
Full Time


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EEO Statement


EEO Statement


Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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