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Custodian I - Swing Shift

University of Colorado
paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, Colorado, Boulder
Nov 09, 2026

Requisition Number:

76033

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Classified Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

17-Nov-2026

Date Posted:

09-Nov-2026
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Job Summary

Facilities Management at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Custodian I! This position cleans and sanitizes facilities for students, staff, faculty and customers on the Boulder Campus.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Facilities Management (FM) is responsible for the overall physical development and maintenance of the campus. The mission of the department is to provide a safe physical environment that promotes the advancement and transfer of knowledge.


What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

  • Team Cleaning Program: employees will rotate through the different specialist positions. Some employees may be on a team of 1 performing all specialist duties. Perform area substitution duties in vacant areas or cover for others on leave, performing emergency clean up duties as necessary. Wear proper personal protective equipment. Notify supervisor or lead worker of safety incidents, near misses and potential hazards. Maintain safe work practices, participate in department safety meetings and complete assigned trainings. The position covers the entire Boulder Campus and could be assigned to any campus building or campus location.
  • Remove snow and ice as needed from walks and stairs. Apply de-icer to keep entryways open and safe.
  • As an essential services employee, responsible to respond to additional duties as needed. Specialty and emergency work: Emergency floods - Perform initial emergency clean up; Pick up water or debris then extract carpeted floors and upholstered furniture with disinfectant. Clean upholstery by hand or with extractor as scheduled. Move or assist in moving heavy furniture in compliance with FM and Risk Management policies. Participate in the "Eyes and Ears Program" of the University to help promote safety at the university. The position will serve on "Emergency Response Teams" as needed.
  • Routine duties: Clean and perform minor maintenance on custodial equipment to keep it in proper working order. Report equipment needing repairs to Supervisor. Empty and clean vacuums, auto scrubbers, buckets and hydro- and hepa-vacs daily. Keep custodial workstation clean and well stocked with supplies and materials. Maintain custodial workstation in a safe manner, add water to floor drains as needed, and report updates to building floor plans.
  • Determine the type of specialized floor work needed, for example, deep extraction cleaning or bonnet shampooing to result in clean carpet. Determine what floor equipment is needed, for example, auto scrubbing and top-coating with wax, or completely stripping and re-waxing the floor. Employee must have ability to read and comprehend lab safety signs, symbols and postings. Create and place safety signs to help prevent accidents.

What You Should Know

  • The work schedule for this in-person position is Monday - Thursday 3 pm - 11 pm and Friday from 1:30 pm - 10:00 pm. This position may be required to work alternative shifts.
  • This posting may fill more than one vacancy.
  • This position is eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary for this role is $40,248.

If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.


Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.


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Be empowered. Be visionary. Be Boulder.

What We Require

  • Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
  • Six months of related, professional work experience.

What You Will Need

  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • The ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

  1. A current resume that includes date ranges for each position held and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
  2. Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
  3. DD-214 for veteran applicants. Qualified veterans and surviving spouses are eligible for veteran's preference points within the State classified system. If you are an honorably discharged veteran, the spouse of a veteran unable to work due to a service-connected disability, or the surviving spouse of a veteran, you may claim preference during the selection process for a position within the state personnel system. In order for us to determine your eligibility for veterans preference, you must attach a copy of a DD-214 form along with your application. If you have additional supporting documentation to provide, or do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to recruiting@colorado.edu and reference the job to which you are applying.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by November 17, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Essential Services

This position is designated "essential services." The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.

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