URGENT... Janitorial / Limpieza

At Indian River State College , a clean and welcoming campus doesn’t happen by accident—it’s created by dedicated people who take pride in their work. We’re looking for a Custodian who values teamwork, reliability, and making a real difference in the daily experience of our students and staff.

In this role, you’ll help maintain the spaces where learning happens—from classrooms and offices to shared areas across campus. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in doing things right, and want to be part of a team that supports student success every day, you’ll feel at home at The River.
Indian River State College is a leading public institution located on Florida’s Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs.
With flexible options online, on campus, and hybrid, we design learning experiences that meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a forward-thinking and supportive community where your work truly matters. Under direct supervision, this position performs custodial services for the College at assigned location. Responsibilities include: cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings externally and internally. Areas to be cleaned include classrooms, hallways, stairwells, restrooms, walls, carpets, floors, doors, light fixtures, entrance areas, cigarette and trash receptacles, classroom and dining tables, chairs, doors, windows and glass panes. Assisting with the set-up of furniture for special events as needed.
Perform cleaning duties such as sweeping, cleaning of windows and light fixtures; Use a bucket truck to clean higher windows and make minor repairs.
Scrub, wax, and buffs floors; Move and rearrange furniture; May perform various projects as assigned.
Politely and helpfully assist faculty and students with directions and assistance regarding general campus and classroom location or information is an integral part of the duties for this position;
~ High school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree preferred);
One (1) year of related work experience performing general cleaning tasks; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Pass training in Bloodborne pathogens, CPR, and Bleeding Control Basics.
Proven work experience and the ability to perform general cleaning tasks competently, thoroughly and efficiently;
Proven knowledge in general custodial responsibilities including the ability to utilize various cleaning materials and equipment in a safe, proper, and efficient manner;
Proven ability to use custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor buffers and scrubbers, mops, and other cleaning devices and associated products while promoting a safe work and learning environment;
Interact pleasantly, professionally, diplomatically, and positively with co-workers, faculty, staff, and students in a professional academic setting;
Computer literate and possess the ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
Ability to take direction from their immediate supervisor, constructive criticism with a positive attitude, and respond positively and supportively to any change in daily or building assignments;
Be flexible with respect to daily assignments and be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision at all times.
Physical skills required include the ability to operate cleaning equipment and also the ability to walk, bend and stand for extended periods of time. Lifting, reaching, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders, handling powered custodial equipment and carry items occasionally in excess of (50) pounds is also an expectation and requirement. The position also requires the knowledge, experience and manual dexterity to operate such standard custodial machines such as buffers, floor polishers, and extractors. Additionally, all employees of the College are expected to maintain professional standards of communication, able to learn and apply new technology, and abide by all policies and procedures. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.
Regular Compensation and Application Deadline