Job Details

FOR INTERNAL BIDDING ONLY: Housing Custodial Worker 2 - 1st shift

Position Number: 9885225
Location: Kutztown, United States
Position Type: Facilities Management

FOR INTERNAL BIDDING ONLY: Housing Custodial Worker 2 - 1st shift

Salary:

Location: Kutztown, PA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: E2026-0128

Division: Administration and Finance

Department: Facilities - Custodial Svcs 1st Shift

Closing Date: 10/18/2026

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME

Classification: CW2

Job Summary

INTERNAL KU AFSCME APPLICANTS ONLY. No external applicants will be considered for this post. If this position is not filled internally, we will repost the position on our website in the near future. We encourage you to apply to our Custodial Worker 1 position.

This is an essential emergency position.

This is lead work in maintaining the cleanliness of residence halls on the KU campus.

The work schedule is Monday-Friday 0700-15400.

An employee in this job functions as a lead worker for employees performing a variety of standard or aseptic cleaning and sanitation duties. Work involves cleaning buildings, gathering waste and recyclable materials, and using and maintaining custodial supplies and cleaning equipment. Employees in this job perform assigned day-to-day custodial duties independently. However, supervisory guidance and review are provided for new or unusual situations and changes in operating procedures.

Work is distinguished from the lower-level job based on lead work responsibilities over routine custodial work. Lead work is a permanent organizational relationship that includes assigning and explaining work, conducting on-the-job training, providing guidance, and reviewing the unit's work for adherence to standards. Approximately 50% of the CW2 role is performing work in an administrative capacity.

This employee provides support and assistance to the Custodial Worker Supervisor in leading and training the shift team in the performance of their duties while performing custodial work themselves. The person must be of high integrity and be willing to assume the responsibility of leading the crew when the supervisor is off work. They must always strive to set a good example for others to follow and be able to interface effectively with both workers and management.

Minimum Qualifications

One year as a Custodial Worker 1 or one year of experience performing custodial work.

Knowledge of the materials, methods, and practices used in custodial work.

Preferred Qualifications

Valid driver's license.
Possession of a Cleaning Management Institute Certification Basic Level
Three years of supervisor or lead worker experience in custodial or related field.
Knowledge of APPA cleaning standards.
Experience performing inspections and providing feedback to subordinates.
Proficiency with various Microsoft software programs.

Supplemental Information

Internal KU AFSCME staff application materials should be received no later than the end of the day on October 18, 2026. If there are no internal applicants before October 18, 2026, this position will be reposted and filled externally.

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation. Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.

Kutztown University is an AA/EOE/member of the PA State System of Higher Education and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at socialequity@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University's Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 01, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University's Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.

Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report

The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at clery@kutztown.edu.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kutztownedu/jobs/5509032/for-internal-bidding-only-housing-custodial-worker-2-1st-shift

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