Temporary Custodian
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- 1,370 undergraduate and graduate students
- 78% from Oregon
- 42% Central Oregonians
- 24% first generation students
- 23% students of color
- 19 students on average per class
- 95% of 2023 graduates employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
- 5,625 degrees awarded since founding
- Top 1\.4% university in the world
- More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
- 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
- 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
- 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
- 100\+ undergraduate degree programs, 80\+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
- 35k\+ students including more than 2\.3k international students and 10k students of color
- 217k\+ alumni worldwide
- For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
- Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
- Retirement savings paid by the university.
- A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
- Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
- Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
- Six (6\) six months of experience performing routine janitorial duties in a commercial, educational, or public environment.
- Two or more years performing self\-directed janitorial duties in a commercial, educational, or public environment.
- One or more years performing facilities maintenance tasks.
- One or more years performing basic vehicle cleaning and maintenance tasks.
- This position is deemed essential and the incumbent is expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency and other University work curtailments or closures.
- Duties of this position will require the Custodian to perform work in a variety of conditions, both indoors and outdoors. The Custodian is expected to be available to respond to emergencies and provide support for special events.
- The Custodian must be able to operate cleaning equipment, lift bulky items weighing up to 60 lbs and move heavier items using appropriate equipment. The work requires long periods of standing and walking, use of ladders, bending, kneeling, and reaching into tight spaces and around obstacles.
- The work includes exposure to adverse weather conditions, wet and humid conditions, dust and other airborne particles, toxic and caustic chemicals, blood, human and animal waste and other potentially infectious material. The custodian must be willing and able to use the appropriate personal protective equipment.
- The work schedule will consist of regular time not exceeding forty (40\) hours in a work week, will have set start and stop times, may include evening and/or weekend work and is subject to change, with appropriate notice, to meet operational requirements.
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Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Equivalent required experience is based on full\-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact:
Johana Hernandez
Johana.Hernandez@osucascades.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security\-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job\-related pre\-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre\-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Position Details
Position Information
Department Community Relatns/Admin (LCB)
Classification Title Temp Custodian
Job Title Temporary Custodian
Appointment Type Temporary Staff
Job Location Bend
Benefits Eligible Not benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Employment Category Temporary
Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one full\-time Temporary Custodian position for the Cascades Campus at Oregon State University (OSU).
This position will be located in Bend, Oregon.
The individual selected for this position will be responsible for carrying out regular cleaning and sanitizing tasks to ensure OSU\- Cascades facilities are safe, clean, comfortable, and well maintained. OSU\-Cascades is searching for an individual who is self\-directed and self\-motivated, detail\-oriented, and takes pride in a well\-maintained facility. The position involves providing service to diverse groups of students, faculty, staff and visitors and requires close interaction and partnership with these groups and other custodians on the team. The Custodian will report to the Custodial Operations Supervisor.
Why OSU?
Why OSU\-Cascades?
Founded in 2001, Oregon State University – Cascades brings higher education to Central Oregon while leveraging the excellence of a land grant and top\-tier research university in one of the most dynamic cities in the Pacific Northwest.
Located near downtown Bend and surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, OSU\-Cascades offers small classes that accelerate faculty\-student mentoring and experiential learning in an innovative environment that accelerates opportunities for student, faculty and staff development and advancement.
With a 128\-acre campus under development and a goal to grow to 3,000 to 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students, OSU\-Cascades is delivering on a 40\-year grassroots community effort to bring the benefits of a comprehensive university to the region:
Student Body and Alumni
Student and alumni data is as of fall 2024\.
Academic Majors
A growing portfolio of degree programs at OSU\-Cascades is designed to meet regional and state industry workforce and economic needs.
Research
Research underway at OSU\-Cascades focuses on challenges in energy, the environment, human wellness, social justice and society. Labs at OSU\-Cascades include the FORCE biomechanics lab, the Laboratory for the American Conversation and the Sustainable Tourism Laboratory.
Campus Development
OSU\-Cascades’ campus development is driven by an award\-winning long range development plan and engineering efforts that are transforming brownfields into a thriving university campus. Sustainability plans include net zero energy, waste and water goals. Initial sustainability efforts are seen in geothermal sourced energy to heat and cool buildings, and native plant landscaping requiring little or no irrigation. In addition to an academic core, campus plans includes a 24\-acre innovation district, mid\-market affordable housing, and 10\-miles of walking/biking trails.
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem\-solvers and change\-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep\-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state\-of\-the\-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well\-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well\-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.
2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation!
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
80% Routine Cleaning
Cleaning and sanitizing of OSU\-Cascades’ facilities, according to routine schedules as well as recurring, non\-recurring and seasonal events. Areas include, but are not limited to: classrooms, laboratory spaces, hallways, restrooms, showers, conference rooms, offices, dining areas, residence hall rooms, kitchens and outside spaces. Work will be performed using environmentally\-friendly cleaning products, state of the art equipment, and modern cleaning practices. Cleaning schedules will be established for daily, weekly, monthly, bi\-annual, and annual cleaning. During academic breaks, deep cleaning of spaces will be required.
15% Facility Support/General Labor
The Custodian will perform basic facility repairs, assist skilled workers with building maintenance, move and arrange furniture, replace light bulbs, clear snow (by hand and using powered equipment), and assist with emergency response. Facility support also includes basic security tasks such as locking and unlocking buildings or areas of buildings, turning lights on and off, making rounds to ensure systems are functioning properly and reporting safety or security deficiencies.
5% Other duties as assigned
The Custodian will provide emergency support as needed for the Department of Public Safety and for Housing and Dining. Other duties as assigned.
What We Require
Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification. The appointing authority is responsible for recruitment and selection.
What You Will Need
This position is designated as a critical or security\-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05\-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self\-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th \- 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Min Salary $18\.06
Max Salary $22\.84
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/179986
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P05647CT
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 05/25/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date 10/31/2026
Posting Date 05/12/2026
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 05/19/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External \- open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Equivalent required experience is based on full\-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASENOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact:
Johana Hernandez
Johana.Hernandez@osucascades.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security\-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job\-related pre\-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre\-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
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