Custodian I - Residence Life

Custodian I - Residence Life

Full-Time

$15.15/Hour

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

Applications received by

August 13, 2025 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Duties:* Clean Residence Hall public restrooms and shower rooms. approximately 60 to 70% of a custodians time should be spent thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing showers, sinks, toilets, urinals, walls, ceilings, floors, and all surfaces of the shared living facility restrooms and shower rooms.

• Clean campus offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, lounges, hallways, entrances, stairwells, laundry rooms, and other assigned areas as required.
  
• During winter months, maintain large sections of sidewalks and staircases between Centennial Hall and Prospector Hall.
  
• The Custodian assigned at Centennial Hall needs to shovel snow off these surfaces and scatter ice-melt to help keep these surface clean and clear of ice and snow buildup. This requires significant physical exertion and activity for up to an hour or so following recent snowfall events.
  
• Have working knowledge of proper cleaning methods and procedures in a safe and efficient manner.
  
• Maintain proper appearance of buildings to include entrances and exits, snow removal of sidewalks and staircases adjacent to buildings, and grounds clean-up around buildings.
  
• Follow safe work practices and participate in safety and custodial training as required. Display proper knowledge, care, and use of cleaning products and supplies, and maintain equipment as required.
  
• Be able to properly lift 50 - 80 pounds from ground level to a height of 4'-6" and be able to carry 30 pounds for a maximum distance of 30 feet.
  
• Be capable of following oral and written instructions
  
• Solve problems encountered during cleaning process.
  
• Will work alone, and on occasion as part of a team.
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.
  
• Willingness to respond to campus outside of normal work hours and on weekends for emergency clean-ups or approved overtime
  

WORKING SHIFT IS MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAYS, 6:00 AM TO 2:30 PM.

Required Qualifications:* Must be capable of following written and oral communications and solve problems during the cleaning process.

• Must be physically capable of properly lifting 50 -80 pounds from ground level to a height of 4'-6" and be able to carry 30 pounds for a maximum distance of 30 feet.
  
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of snow removal as descried here in: During winter months, maintain large sections of sidewalks and staircases between Centennial Hall and Prospector Hall. The Custodian assigned at Centennial Hall needs to shovel snow off these surfaces and scatter ice-melt to help keep these surface clean and clear of ice and snow buildup. This requires significant physical exertion and rigorous activity for up to an hour or so following recent snowfall events.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in institutional / commercial custodial work such as waxing floors, and cleaning carpets.
  
• Working knowledge of proper cleaning methods, procedures and cleaning equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
  
• Working knowledge and familiarity with Safety Data Sheets for all cleaning products used.
  

Physical Demands* Must be physically capable of properly lifting 50 - 80 pounds from ground level to a height of 4'-6" and be able to carry 30 pounds for a maximum distance of 30 feet.

• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of snow removal as descried here : During winter months, maintain large sections of sidewalks and staircases between Centennial Hall and Prospector Hall. The Custodian assigned at Centennial Hall needs to shovel snow off these surfaces and scatter ice-melt to help keep these surface clean and clear of ice and snow buildup. This requires significant physical exertion and rigorous activity for up to an hour or so following recent snowfall events.
  

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Please include:* Cover letter addressing qualifications,

• Resume
  
• Contact information for 3 professional references.
  

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

To claim veteran’s preference please complete the employment (veteran’s) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

Employment (veteran's) preference form

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
  
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
  
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
  
• 11 Holidays per year
  
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
  
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
  
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
  
• Life and Disability Insurance
  
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
  
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
  
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
  
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.
  

• Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.
  

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.

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