Custodial I

Pay Rate:

19.16 USD

Position Summary:

This job announcement will be open for applications through 11:59 p.m. March 17, 2026. All applications must be received prior to the closing date/time in order to be considered.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Fort Lewis College has transitioned to Workday. Apply for this position by going to this link: https://fortlewiscollege.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FLC

Please note that we do not accept applications through any other online job application website or app.
Starting hourly rate is $19.16 per hour. Prior confirmed State of Colorado state service in the custodial class series may entitle candidates to a higher hourly wage.
This position is entitled to a shift differential when applicable, overtime if preapproved by the manager and is a covered position under the Quality Jobs & Services Act. This is an essential service position and required to work during inclement weather, campus events and emergencies.

Physical Plant Services (PPS) supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operational support, maintenance services and the management of the College’s facilities construction program The services are coordinated through the Service Center and are accomplished by Custodial Services, Electrical Systems and Electronic Equipment Maintenance, Grounds and Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical Systems Maintenance and Structural Maintenance work units. The Project Management work unit plans projects and provides design and construction management services to support the facilities improvement and construction program.


This position exists to support the mission of the Custodial Services work unit to ensure that the buildings assigned are clean, sanitary and presentable. This is an essential services position and is expected to respond during campus emergencies.

Job Description:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Six (6) months of full time commercial, industrial or institutional custodial experience

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets
• Reading, writing and oral comprehension
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Active listening skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time
• Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather
• Ability to respond appropriately to supervision
• Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers
• Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check as a condition of employment. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with Fort Lewis College policy.

                        

A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of lifting abilities.

PLEASE NOTE: This position does not require a driver’s license, however, if an employee opts to use a college owned or personal vehicle to perform job duties, this requires the employee to be a Fort Lewis College Authorized Driver including possessing a valid driver’s license and maintaining a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Fort Lewis College Authorized Driver Policy.

Cleaning 75%

•      Washes entrance windows, chalkboards, trays and erasers. Empties pencil sharpeners. Cleans and disinfects water fountains, lab sinks, doors. Dust furniture, flat surfaces, blinds and vents.

•      Cleans walk-off mats. Spot-clean walls, vending machines and doors

•      Sweeps outside entryways and removes litter or debris as needed.

•      Empties and cleans indoor and outdoor waste containers. Dust mops, damp mops or vacuums floors in circulation, classrooms, offices, reception and public areas. Burnishes floors as needed.

•      Straightens furniture and desks in classrooms and ensures correct number of chairs or desks are in classroom when appropriate.

•      Cleans restrooms in classroom and administration buildings and shower rooms in athletic facilities. Cleans and disinfects toilets, urinals, wash bowls, showers, mirrors, partitions, doors, floors, walls and circulation vents. Restocks soap and paper products in washrooms and showers.

•      Operates basic custodial equipment to accomplish tasks. Conducts on-going inspection of all cleaning equipment.

•      Reports building damage, repairs needed or signs of insect and rodent infestation as appropriate, including submitting work requests for observed issues.

•      Ensures classrooms, labs, offices and entries are locked and secure when appropriate.

•      Shovels snow from entryways and distributes ice melt as required.

•      Other duties as assigned.

 Deep Cleaning 15%

•      Project cleans / deep cleans and disinfects restrooms, bathrooms, shower and locker rooms. Project or deep clean entryways, circulation, reception areas, classrooms, and offices. Wash windows, clean furniture and fixtures. Stripping, waxing, and burnishing floors. Steam cleaning or extracting carpeting.

•      Transports supplies and waste to appropriate locations using college vehicles or equipment.

•      Requires knowledge and use of advanced cleaning equipment and methods.

•      Uses ladders, stools, extension poles, or other equipment to extend reach and ensure all surfaces are cleaned

Event Support 5%

•      Assists with special events on campus by assisting with set up and removal of event resources including chairs, tables, and tents. Services events by picking up trash and debris, emptying trash containers, sweeping floors, cleaning restrooms, cleaning bleachers, etc. after events.

•      Transports materials to appropriate locations using college vehicles or equipment. 

Training & Professional Development 5%

 Employees must review and comprehend relevant employee handbooks and policies along with completing required training, including workplace safety, compliance, emergency procedures, and job-specific skills. Active participation in meetings, collaboration with colleagues, and professional development aligned with institutional goals are expected.

APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Notice to Prospective Employees:
 The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report.  The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about:

• Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy
• Sexual assault policy
• Campus security policies
• Campus/community resources
• The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment
• Where to find registered sex offender information
• Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years
• Reporting crimes

 
 The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways:
By going to the internet website at:   www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request.   You can reach them at (970) 247-7331.

Equal Opportunity
Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE.

Other discrimination questions

Office of the Equal Opportunity Coordinator
David Pirrone
165 Education Business Hall
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu

Questions about Title IX sex discrimination
Office of the Title IX Coordinator
Madeleine Gillman, Assistant Director of Compliance and Title IX Coordinator
230 Skyhawk Station
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7049 mgillman@fortlewis.edu

Information about Fort Lewis College’s alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request.

* Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education.

ADAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.