Custodian I Residence LifeFullTime
$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 May 21 2025will 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 icemelt 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 cleanup 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 46 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 cleanups 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 46 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 icemelt 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 46 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 icemelt 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 materialsmust be complete. Please include:- Cover letter addressing qualifications
- Resume
- Contact information for3 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 Universitys 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 applicants ability to compete in the hiring process or an employees ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veterans Employment Preference Act Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans disabled veterans and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
To claim veterans preference please complete the employment (veterans) preference form located on the employment page and email to You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.
Employment (veterans) preference form
To request an accommodation for the application or interview please contact Cathy Isakson;
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 I15 and I90 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.
Required Experience:
Junior IC