Custodian II

  • Indiana State University
  • Terre Haute, Indiana
  • Full Time

Custodian II

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Position Details

Position Details

About the Institution

Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.

Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute's historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the "Fighting Sycamores," fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.

Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.

Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.

Comments to Applicants

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Title Custodian II Department Sandison Housing Work Schedule

7:00 - 3:30 M-F

Some overtime required.

Notice of Vacancy Number 25-00142 Desired Start Date 06/16/2025 Open Date 06/09/2025 Close Date 06/23/2025 Open Until Filled No Job Category Staff-Non-Exempt Job Type Staff - Full-Time Pay Grade 1 Hourly Rate or Salary Range $13.87/hr Benefits Associated with this Position

  • Sick Leave: Accrues at a rate of 12 days per fiscal year with unlimited accumulation.
  • Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary rounded up to the next whole thousand with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.
  • Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.
  • Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF): The employee share of three (3) percent is paid by ISU. The employer (ISU) share is actuarially determined annually by the State of Indiana. There is no cost to the employee. A minimum of ten (10) years of service is required for PERF vesting. PERF has several investment options from which to choose. Note: For individuals who are receiving PERF Retirement, contributions may not be made.
  • TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax deferred retirement program at hire: three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.
  • Long Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous, regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection (from all sources) after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years.
  • Fee Waiver Program: For the employee, spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate. Spouses may enroll in 15 semester hours each academic year with 80% of qualified tuition waived. Dependent children of regular full-time staff who are full-time degree seeking undergraduate students at ISU may receive a fee waiver of 80% of qualified tuition for up to a total of ten (10) semesters.
  • Vacation: Employee accrues 12-20 vacation days per year based upon years of service.
  • Convenience Day: Employees have one per fiscal year to use.

Optional Benefits

  • Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse and dependent children.
  • Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date.

Job Summary/Basic Function

Executes indoor and outdoor custodial tasks to keep facilities in clean and orderly condition.

Specific Responsibilities Required Relevant Education & Experience

Education: High School diploma or GED; Required Experience: 6 months

Preferred Experience: 1 year of custodial experience.

Required Field(s) of Study

NA

Preferred Relevant Education and Experience Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications & Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.

No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual's involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.

Position Reappointment Required No

Job Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs minor furniture repairs and minor maintenance tasks such as window screen and light bulb replacement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains exterior of buildings, including entrances, washing ground-level windows.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs local errands to pick up supplies and materials or deliver outgoing items.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and vacuums hallways, stairs, labs, office space and residential facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Dusts and/or polishes furniture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains hard floors by scrubbing, buffing, stripping, and refinishing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Cleans restrooms and stocks restroom supplies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Empties tenants' trash and garbage containers and processes recycle materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Notifies management concerning need for repairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

  • Resume

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you possess a minimum of a High School diploma or GED?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you possess 6-12 months of relevant work experience?
  • Yes

  • No

Job ID: 480888362
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025

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