A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
Position Summary The Full-Time Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and overall appearance of campus facilities and grounds. This position performs a variety of custodial and housekeeping duties, including cleaning classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, and other college facilities. The Custodian is responsible for ensuring facilities are maintained in a clean, safe, and welcoming condition for students, employees, and visitors while supporting daily campus operations and special events.
Direct Supervisory Responsibility:
NO Essential Duties and Responsibilities Follow established safety procedures, including the proper handling, storage, and disposal of cleaning chemicals and hazardous materials in accordance with applicable regulations and College procedures. Clean, sanitize, and maintain classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, stairwells, and common areas. Sweep, mop, scrub, wax, buff, and polish floors. Dust and polish furniture and fixtures. Clean windows, doors, walls, restrooms, and other building surfaces. Empty trash and recycling containers and properly dispose of waste. Replenish restroom and custodial supplies. Maintain custodial storage rooms and inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment. Operate, maintain, and properly store custodial equipment and materials. Assist with room setups, furniture moves, and facility preparation for meetings, special events, and college activities. Assist visitors by providing directions and general information regarding campus facilities. Conduct routine inspections and report maintenance, safety, or security concerns. Assist with securing facilities by locking and unlocking buildings as assigned. Maintain regular and reliable attendance and report to work as scheduled. Report maintenance needs, equipment malfunctions, and facility repair concerns through established College procedures. Comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System and Gadsden State Community College. Perform other duties as assigned.
Note:
The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, FLSA status, or grade. Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. One (1) year of custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or related experience preferred. Valid driver's license preferred.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to safely operate custodial equipment and cleaning products. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in custodial and janitorial work. Knowledge of proper use, storage, and disposal of cleaning chemicals and supplies. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to operate floor care equipment including buffers, scrubbers, and vacuums. Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness. Ability to work independently and prioritize assigned tasks. Ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Demonstrated dependability, professionalism, and ability to work cooperatively with students, faculty, staff and visitors. Application Procedures/Additional Information
PROJECTED STARTING DATE
October 2026
SALARY:
Salary Schedule E5,06 , ($29,989 - $48,180) Based on the 2026-2027 ACCS Salary Schedules . Salary will be based on
VERIFIED
education and years of
VERIFIED FULL-TIME
directly related experience that is stated on the initial job application and resume. Be sure all experience is stated on the application!
APPLICATION DEADLINE
September 9, 2026- 4:00 P.M.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of post-secondary education. Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE
( jobs@gadsdenstate.edu ).
Salary Calculation:
For all positions on all Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all full-time work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other full-time work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this full-time work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule. Format for
Work Experience Verifications:
Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College's official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.
Please Note:
ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE
ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process. When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:
NEOGOV Customer Service:
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST (855) 524-5627 Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only. Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding . Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.
