Montana State University

Custodian II

Montana State University, Bozeman

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Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26016

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Search Support at or 406-994-6468.

Classification Title Custodian II - BZ

Working Title Custodian II

Brief Position Overview

The Culinary Services Custodial Team provides cleaning and light maintenance services in and around the food service across campus.The Custodian II assists management by leading a shift of employees.

Position Number 4N3533

Department Rendezvous Dining Pavilion

Division Auxiliary Services

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

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FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation Laborers

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible Eligible

Salary $25.15 per hour

Contract Type Classified Hourly

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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Culinary Services Division ( ( CSD ), a division of Auxiliary Services, provides meals and specialty beverages for over 18,000 customers daily and is an integral part of campus life and the overall college experience. CSD proudly provides Montana State University students with not only a repertoire of various cuisines, cooking styles, and flavors, but a comfortable atmosphere to meet friends, study, and simply relax. The division is comprised of 2 residential dining halls, a commissary kitchen, several retail operations including 4 coffee shops, Chick-fil-A, the Union Market and Bobcat Grill, Brick Breeden Fieldhouse and Bobcat Stadium Concessions, Fork in the Road food truck, MSU Catering, Indulge In-House Bakery, and the Farm to Campus Program.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Custodian II is a working custodian who provides lead worker direction to a shift of Custodian I’s and student workers.

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Assesses and organizes workload for a team of custodians
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Conducts area inspections and reviews
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Assists with training staff as needed
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Maintains work equipment and supply inventory
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Performs a variety of administrative tasks to support the operation (review of timesheets, inventory, checklists etc)
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Verbally addresses performance problems while reporting up any issues to the manager for possible disciplinary actions
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Performs daily custodial duties in any of the areas managed by the department
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And actively participates as a member of the team while performing other duties in support of the department’s mission.
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Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

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Progressive work experience with commercial and/or industrial custodial work or an equivalent combination of relevant education and related experience.
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Experience providing excellent customer service to a variety of individuals.
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Experience leading, directing and/or training staff.
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Experience coordinating work or organizing workload for a team.
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Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

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Certifications/classes related to custodial, sanitation, building maintenance, etc.
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Experience using computers and various software packages with an emphasis on Microsoft Office programs.
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The Successful Candidate Will

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Work effectively and efficiently in close cooperation with CS staff in a team-oriented environment
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Effectively and safely operate work-related equipment and tools
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Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment
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Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Complete multiple tasks in a timely manner
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Quickly adapt to changing priorities
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Possess strong organizational skills
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Have a strong commitment to customer service
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Highly motivated and work with minimal supervision
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Excellent attention to detail
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Accurately follow and explain written and oral instructions and procedures
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Represent the department and the University to others in a professional and courteous manner
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Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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May work evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays as the school and event schedule demands.
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Occasional work outside and in inclement weather assisting with snow removal.
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Occasional work at heights.
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Possess a 4-hour sanitation certification or have the ability to become certified.
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Some custodial positions require a valid State of Montana driver’s license. If offered one of those positions, that requirement will be discussed with you prior to hire.
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Everyone is welcome to apply/interview for this position but the Culinary Services Department lacks the necessary funding to provide sponsorship at this time.

This is a permanent position. If you are a student of MSU and seek a student worker position, please go to:

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

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Normal dining areas, kitchen, cooler, freezer, dock environments.
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Moving about work area for long periods of time.
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Moving product up and down stairs.
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Moving up and down step ladder and grip handles on cleaning equipment.
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Frequently moving and lifting containers/product/furniture weighing up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs.
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Bending and/or kneeling while stocking product.
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Gripping handles on equipment
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Performing repetitive motions such as, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, dusting, shoveling.
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Exposure to cleaning chemicals on a daily basis.
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This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on July 16, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

Please address the qualifications in your cover letter and resume.

Questions? Contact – Search Support at or 994-6468.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.