Custodian I
Position Details
Posting Number - SP P
Position Title - Custodian I
Division/College - Auxiliary Services
Department - Campus Services
Location - Moscow
Posting Context Statement - The Custodian position works in Campus Services providing cleaning support to their assigned area. This role reports to Campus Services, the largest unit in Auxiliary Services, and works primarily in the residence halls or multi-use facilities (Idaho Student Union Building, ICCUArena, PF1CU Kibbie Dome and others). This role is critical in ensuring all buildings in Campus Services are a clean and welcoming environment for the students, staff, and community members who utilize our services. Though often behind the scenes, our work shapes the student experience and supports recruitment, retention, and institutional success.
Position Overview - The position is responsible for maintaining clean and orderly facilities for students, faculty, staff and visitors. As part of a self-directed team, the position will take initiative to schedule cleaning and maintenance activities. Duties may include:
- Perform basic cleaning, sanitization and trash collection in and around residences halls and university buildings
- Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies
- Notify occupants of cleaning and floor maintenance schedules
- Maintain clean and clear walkways, ensuring they are free of debris, litter, snow and ice
- Respond to emergencies and assist other departments when needed to ensure optimum service
- Ensure that assigned rooms and buildings are opened and locked as scheduled
- Assist with training new employees
- Other duties as assigned
Unit URL - Auxiliary Services – Division of Finance and Administration | University of Idaho
Position Qualifications
Required Experience - Performing cleaning tasks Working in a team-oriented environment
Required Education - None
Required Other - Be at least 18 years of age Possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
Additional Preferred - Experience operating industrial high-speed cleaning equipment; performing minor maintenance on custodial equipment; and explaining the use and maintenance of custodial equipment Expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to custodial services
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions - Must be able to: Climb ladders, bend and stoop Lift, carry or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday Work in inclement weather conditions
Degree Requirement - N/A: No degree requirement
Posting Information
FLSA Status - Non-Exempt
Employee Category - Classified
Pay Range - $16.00 per hour or higher depending on shift
Type of Appointment - Fiscal Year
FTE - 1
Full Time/Part Time - Full Time
Funding - This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. - No
Posting Date - 02/26/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled - Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants - This in-person position is based in Moscow, Idaho and not offering Visa sponsorship. Hiring multiple positions, swing and day shift. Full time 40 hours a week year-round. To receive first consideration, please apply no later than March 12, 2026. Applications will be reviewed until all positions are filled. If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at
Applicant Resources -
Background Check Statement - Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement - The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Applicant Documents
- Resume/CV
- Letter of Qualification
Supplemental Questions
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Academic Careers
- Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
- Chronicle
- HigherEd/Academic Impressions
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
- Indeed.com
- Inside Higher Ed
- Newspaper
- Other Venue
- Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
- University of Idaho Website
- University of Idaho Daily Register
- University of Idaho Employee
- Word of Mouth
- Militaryjob.com
- DSPSjobs.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department. (Open Ended Question)