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Custodian I

Position Number: 6953610
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Facilities Management

Custodian I

Requisition Number: 70175
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 23-Feb-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The University of Colorado, Boulder's Recreation Services team is seeking a Custodian to join their team! This position provides consistent housekeeping tasks in assigned areas to meet given standards using safe work practices and housekeeping techniques.
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

The Division of Student Life consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.

The work in Student Life supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Life also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like center for assessment, insight and research, business services, finance, employee experience, communication and marketing and technology solutions.

With over 900 staff members in the Division of Student Life, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.

CU Boulder Recreation Services is a welcoming, valued, campus resource that promotes healthy lifestyles through high-quality, accessible, facilities and experiences. This student-fee-funded unit features a student-led CUSG Recreation Board and a diverse team of professional experts to help meet evolving recreational needs and support student engagement and success. Recreation Services oversees the LEED Platinum main campus Student Rec Center, a building with over 300,000 square feet of recreation and fitness activity space, as well as a satellite recreation center at Williams Village, outdoor basketball courts, a challenge ropes course, and eight turf and grass fields around campus. Throughout these facilities, members of the CU community can engage with a variety of programs that include ice skating, indoor rock climbing, intramural and club sports, yoga, aquatics and so much more.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Sanitizing Facility

Clean, sanitize and deodorize locker rooms and restrooms.
Sweep and vacuum carpeting and floors using manual and power equipment.
Mop, scrub, shampoo, and spot clean carpeting and floors.
Clean woodwork, walls, and windows using common household equipment and cleaning products.
Replace toiletries and supplies.
Keep equipment and supplies in order and request stocking supplies when needed.
Sweep and auto scrub basketball courts.
Produce a sanitary environment to be inspected by the supervisor.

Area Assistance and Team Cleaning

Will be assigned to helping in areas if needed. Assist cleaning areas while colleagues may be absent as though they were cleaning their own area.
Team Clean: will be assigned to clean and check areas for a colleague.

Stocking and Inventory

This consists of cleaning, stocking and inventory of custodial closets. Also, the efforts of filling soap, toilet paper and paper towel dispensers if necessary. Reporting broken fixtures or equipment to supervisor.

What You Should Know

The anticipated shift schedule is Monday through Friday from 4:00am - 12:30pm and may work weekend shifts as needed.
This position is subject to changes in work location, responsible for maintaining cleanliness across multiple areas on campus.
Ability to perform physical work, including ability to lift, push/pull 50 lbs. repeatedly.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary for this position is $39,852.

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. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be driven. Be unique. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Six months experience with custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, etc.

What You Will Need

Ability to lift, move and operate cleaning tools and equipment.
Ability to complete assigned tasks independently.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by February 23, 2026, for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

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.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Custodian-I/70175