Custodian I

(Regular Non-Exempt)

Starting Salary Range: $16.46 - $19.76/hour DOQ

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM (generally but may vary)

How to apply: Using the apply button on this page please complete the required online application upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position contact Unique Hiram at or

Summary/Objective

Assists in the operation and overall appearance of multiple City of Manhattan locations including but not limited to City Hall Peace Memorial Auditorium Douglas Center & Annex Douglass Activity Center Anthony Recreation Center Eisenhower Recreation Center Pavilion City Park Activity Center Roundhouse Municipal Court and other buildings as assigned or Aggieville Garage by performing extensive cleaning and minor maintenance.

Essential Functions

Maintains City of Manhattan facilities throughout the day by daily cleaning upkeep and monitoring.

• Performs custodial duties using appropriate cleaning methods and operate building maintenance equipment such as vacuums buffers scrubbers and floor cleaning machines and uses hand tools and drills to perform minor repair work.
• Performs building maintenance including but not limited to vacuuming mopping cleaning and disinfecting restrooms dusting window cleaning and trash collection.
• Follows policies and procedures involving safety hazards handling of materials and cleaning chemicals and reporting of deficiencies.
• Maintains written log of work completed and material usage.
• Monitors and tracks cleaning and paper supplies and reports supplies and material needs to the Supervisor.

Sets up meetings and gets facilities ready for events.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Performs special projects in consultation with the Supervisor.
• Performs outdoor maintenance and upkeep of sidewalks and entry ways including snow removal and the overall cleanliness of these areas.
• Performs monthly fire extinguisher and AED checks throughout the city facilities.
• May be required to work a varied shift and cover weekend events as needed.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma GED or Equivalent.
• Valid drivers license.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Six (6) months of custodial/building maintenance or similar experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Boot Clothing and Vehicle Allowances if applicable.
• City issued Cell Phone if applicable.
• Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide Mission Square and Empower KPERS 457.
• Medical Dental Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness medical vision dental and prescription drug benefits.
• Paid Holidays 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Education Reimbursement Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
• Other Benefits - Long-term disability employer paid group life insurance basic life insurance employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets backgrounds experiences and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status or any basis protected by law.