Custodian (FT 2nd Shift)

Custodian (FT 2nd Shift)

Date: November 2026

Grade: 9

Salary Range: $13.72-$16.61

Position Type: Full Time

Position Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Location: Arkansas City Main Campus – Arkansas City, KS

Department: Custodial

Reports To: Custodial Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Custodian is responsible for the safety and cleanliness of Cowley College buildings. The hours for this position are Monday – Friday 4:00 pm to 1:00 am, with weekend events.

Position Duties:

• Clean assigned offices, classrooms, restrooms, and lobby areas using the proper custodial cleaning methods for sanitizing, mopping, sweeping, dusting, etc.
  • Classrooms: vacuum, clean tabletops, clean whiteboards, straighten chairs and tables, empty trash.
  • Offices: Clean all surfaces without personal items (no desktops), vacuum, empty trash, dust, and clean windows/doors.
  • Cafeteria area (Short Building): floors, tabletops, empty trash, general cleaning.
  • Lobbies: sweep, mop, vacuum, dust public computers, clean tabletops, clean windows/doors.
  • Restrooms:
    • Daily: Clean toilets, sinks, mirrors, and urinals. Sweep and mop. Empty trash. Change trash bags. Wipe off trash bins. Check supplies of toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and hand sanitizers.
    • At least every 6 months: Deep Cleaning.
• Clean exterior doors and office doors daily.
• Dust surfaces daily, including: office furniture, window ledges, shelves (without personal items), filing cabinets, vents, and wood treatment.
• Clean light covers, as needed.
• Scrub and/or strip and wax floors, as needed.
• Spot shampoo or extract carpets, as needed. Note any carpet stains that cannot be immediately removed, and follow up.
• Buff floors, completed on a floor rotation schedule.
• Cover facility requests, including (but not limited to):
  • Event set-up (tables, chairs, etc.)
  • Clean-up after completion of event.
  • As needed, communications with event requestor to assure event details are known and followed.
  • Maintain event list and information for designated area.
• Report any building damage utilizing work request system.
• Assist in loading and unloading supplies and equipment delivered to the College. Deliver supplies and packages to appropriate departments/employees.
• Maintain nightly supply needs.
• Maintain interior walkways.
• Assist with de-icing and snow removal procedures for exterior walkways.
• Secure designated buildings and classrooms.
• Maintain all tools and equipment.
• Be alert to storm warnings and assist with the safety and evacuation procedures in all buildings when threatening weather conditions exist; know and be able to implement necessary procedures for evacuation of building/area in the case of fire.
• Replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes (except in scenarios that require special equipment or ladders).
• Maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with employees, vendors, and/or any other representatives of external organizations.
• Comply with all College policies and procedures.
• Must be willing to assist with weekend activities and clean the Wellness Center and Dining Hall on a rotating schedule.
• Assist groundskeepers when needed.
• Assist the Custodial Supervisor by performing other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Working knowledge of standard custodial cleaning procedures.
• Ability to maintain the required standard of cleanliness.
• Excellent work ethic.
• Ability to use or learn to use a computer.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work under the constant pressure of deadlines.
• Must possess initiative to perform tasks with minimal direct supervision or direction.
• Ability to work independently, as well as on a team.
• Ability to work and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work. Works well under deadline pressures.
• Excellent human relations skills. Ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
• Understanding of and commitment to quality improvement.

Required Education Background:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Custodial seminars or workshops, preferred.

Required Experience:

• Experience in custodial procedures.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for extended periods of time; be able to work for long periods of time while standing and walking; ability to move freely around campus and other location; mental capacity to make decisions and follow through with directions; ability to follow safety and security practices; ability to lift up to 50 pounds; ability to bend, stoop, reach, and grasp as required to perform responsibilities; ability to operate a motor vehicle; and ability to operate multiple types of custodian equipment (including, but not limited to: vacuum, vacuum back-pack, floor buffer, carpet cleaner).