Custodian I - Residence Halls

Pay Rate:

19.16 USD

Position Summary:

The starting hourly wage for this position is $19.16 per hour. This position will be posted through 11:59 p.m. 4/29/2026. All applications must be received prior to the closing. This is an essential services position that is eligible for overtime when preapproved by the supervisor and is eligible for call back pay and shift differential when applicable. This is a covered position under the Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs & Services Act.

Applications will only be accepted through the Fort Lewis College Workday portal https://fortlewiscollege.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FLC. We do not accept applications through any other online website or app and those websites do not feed into our application site.

Physical Plant Services (PPS) supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operations support, maintenance services and management of the College facilities construction programs.
The Custodian Services work unit exists to provide a safe, clean and functional campus through continuous maintenance, of College facilities and provide support for College events.
This is an essential services position and required to work during inclement weather, emergencies and campus events.

Job Description:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

6 full time months of commercial, institutional or industrial 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.
• This is an essential services position and must be able to work during inclement weather, special events, and emergencies. If the campus is closed due to inclement weather, this position must be able to get to work on time to assist with weather emergencies.

Residence Hall Custodial Job Duties

• Cleaning entryways, lounges, hallways, communal bathrooms, kitchens, computer labs, etc
• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, taking trash to dumpster, cleaning windows, cleaning bathroom fixtures, classroom furniture, light fixtures, baseboards, walls, hard surfaces, hand rails, stairs and floor mats using approved cleaning materials and techniques
• Inspects and keeps assigned area clean and safe. Maintains entrances and breezeways. keeping area clear of snow, ice, dirt and debris
• Requires snow shoveling and salt disbursement
• Provides set up and take down support for campus events
• Works in teams to clean all living spaces in specified buildings after students and conference guests have vacated, preparing spaces for new occupancy including deep cleaning of bedrooms, bathrooms, appliances, furniture, common areas and carpets requiring extensive communication and prioritization skills.
• Develops rapport with students in assigned building, making students feel at home and comfortable in their space.
• Answers questions and provides advice pertaining to campus resources and community activities. 
• Utilize training to identify students of concern and refer or report as needed.
• Restock materials and chemicals needed for daily cleaning.
• Maintain a neat and tidy custodial closet, alerting Facilities Supervisor of needed supplies and changing vacuum bags and filters as needed.
• Alert Facilities Supervisor or General Laborer of necessary equipment maintenance.
• Monitor building facilities and convey facilities maintenance needs such as broken windows, blinds, appliances, tears in carpets, etc. to Facilities Supervisor.
• Requires heavy lifting up to 50 lbs. 
• Coordinates with co-workers on team work efforts.
• Requires flexibility and adaptability skills to deal with last minute changes.
• Different shifts and weekend work are required to cover activities.

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.