Custodian 3

wsu· Washington State University
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📍 Pullman, WAFull time💰 USD 3K–5K
Full timeWashington State University

About this role

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

August 19, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):

678K-YN_CS_NPS - Custodian 3

Business Title:

Custodian 3

Employee Type:

Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As a Custodian 3 for Auxiliary Facilities Services, you will perform custodial duties under general supervision to maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and care of your assigned areas. In this role, you will lead and support assigned Custodians by providing instruction, training, and assistance to ensure departmental cleaning standards are consistently met. You will also assist the supervisor as needed and may participate in the interview and selection process for new employees, conduct staff training, assign and schedule work, respond to leave requests, provide input for annual performance evaluations, and recommend corrective or disciplinary actions when appropriate.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $3,485 to $4,633 | Range 38 Steps A - M | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

  • Physical ability to do required work and one year experience in housekeeping, janitorial, general or building maintenance, or custodial work OR one year experience as a Lead; OR equivalent education/experience.

  • Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • 6 months experience leading or directing the work of others.

  • Experience with Housing and Dining Services.

  • One year of custodial experience in an educational or commercial setting.


Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship


Area/College: Student Affairs
Department Name: Auxiliary Facilities Services
Location: Pullman, WA

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both.

More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Custodian 3 role at wsu?
The listed salary for this Custodian 3 position at wsu is USD 3K–5K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Custodian 3 position at wsu located?
This Custodian 3 role at wsu is based in Pullman, WA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Custodian 3 role at wsu full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Custodian 3 role in the Washington State University department at wsu.
Which team or department does the Custodian 3 at wsu belong to?
This Custodian 3 position is part of the Washington State University department at wsu. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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