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Custodian, Lead (Night Shift) - 2 Positions to be Filled

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 202400144S
Title Custodian, Lead (Night Shift) - 2 Positions to be Filled
FLSA status Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 3. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.

Occupational Category Service Maintenance
Department Facilities Campus Services
Division Division of Finance and Operations
Open Date 04/25/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Two years experience in institutional, commercial, or industrial cleaning with at least six months in a supervisory capacity or experience in a related field. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs custodial and maintenance duties and assists the Assistant Supervisor in the supervision and coordination of work and utilization of personnel in the assigned area during the night shift. This includes normal cleaning and deep cleaning of meeting rooms, office spaces, and ballroom venues to meet the standard of cleanliness and customer service. May assume authority and responsibility during the supervisor’s absence.
Primary Responsibilities
Performs and helps in actual custodial work situations. Communicates with the supervisor to discuss problems, report absences, and make supply requests. Reports on time effectiveness and task lists daily to the Assistant Supervisor upon shift change to ensure standards are met. Utilizes staff to cover areas where absences occur. Checks building, coordinates the cleaning rotation and oversees that cleaning is done properly and efficiently. Trains and instructs new employees. Supervises and directs the work of each custodial shift in cooperation with the Assistant Custodial Supervisor. Supervises and helps with the stripping, buffing, and refinishing of floors. Ensures restroom facilities are prepped for the next day, offices are ready for business, and meeting rooms are ready for customers. Responsible for supervising and directing the biannual “General Cleaning” work in assigned areas. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Position requires driving and operating a University vehicle, therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier is required. Ability to use vacuum cleaners, floor machines, automatic cleaners, steam cleaners, and shampoo dispensers is required. Proficiency in all phases of these duties performed is expected. Working conditions involve exposure to disagreeable elements such as dirt, dust, and chemicals. Ability to maintain good working relationship with subordinates and other University employees and students.

Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy.

Must be available to work 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm shift.
Full Time Part Time Full Time
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EEO Statement

EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. 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.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
Optional Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter

Screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you learn about this position?
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
    • HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
    • HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
    • The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
    • Association for Women in Science
    • TWC - Work in Texas
    • Inside Higher Ed
    • Higher Ed Jobs
    • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
    • SHSU Website
    • SHSU Employee
    • SHSU Recruiter
    • Other
  2. If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee" please indicate employee's name and department.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Are you fluent in both English and Spanish?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have experience with Custodial/Janitorial service and, if so, how many years?

    (Open Ended Question)