Special Events and Projects Custodian, Bickle / Schmidt Athletic Complex

Special Events And Projects Custodian, Bickle / Schmidt Athletic Complex

Position Description : Full-time Custodian position with Gross / Cunningham Operations at the Bickle / Schmidt Athletic Complex. Regular hours are Monday Friday, 2 : 00 P.M. 10 : 30 P.M., with occasional weekend hours required.

Appointment Date : Will start dependent on when the building is completed (Likely January 2026)

Minimum Qualifications :

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications :

1-2 years custodial experience

Experience operating custodial equipment (high speed floor buffer, carpet extractor, floor auto scrubber)

Responsibilities :

Primary responsibility of custodian is to clean the assigned area / facility in such a way as to promote health and safety. Following proper procedures and protocols.

Responsible for general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, windows, and furniture.

Operate and maintain power equipment and hand tools : auto floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, high pressure washers, high speed floor buffer, and vacuums.

Dust and clean the facilities and furnishings.

Sweep and wet mop floors.

Vacuum and shampoo carpets.

Prep, clean, and apply floor finish to hard surface floors.

Empty / clean wastebaskets and trash containers.

Clean and sanitize restrooms using established practices and procedures and refill restroom dispensers.

Assist with setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conference rooms, and events.

Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and outside grounds.

Replace light bulbs.

Must be able to lift / carry 50 lbs.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary : $15.03 per hour, plus shift differential for shifts that are worked past 6pm regularly.

Application Deadline : Review of applications will begin October 20, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Application Process : To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers.

Required Application Documents : Applicants must submit a resume.

Applicants selected for an interview will need to bring the names and contact information for three professional references to the interview.

Community of Hays : FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.

Notice of Non-discrimination Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Background Check : Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

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