Custodial Group Leader

Ball State University

Muncie, IN

Job posting number: #7305343 (Ref:BSU47303)

Posted: April 4, 2025

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Under general supervision, direct, lead, assign, and perform custodial work required for the cleaning and maintenance of facilities following proper procedures and techniques for equipment and cleaning products.

Ball State University welcomes applications for a 3rd shift Custodial Group Leader position.

Job Function:

Under general supervision, direct, lead, assign, and perform custodial work required for the cleaning and maintenance of facilities following proper procedures and techniques for equipment and cleaning products.

Minimum Education:

1.High School diploma or equivalent (GED).

Preferred Education:

1.Education/training beyond high school.

Minimum Experience:

1.Two (2) years custodial experience.
2.No allergies to soaps, cleaning agents, chemicals, or environmental factors in custodial service.
3.Must be able to climb/use ladders, scaffolding, and/or manlift of various heights to perform duties.
4.Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, and University policies, procedures, and communications, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
5.Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy..
6.Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.
7.Must successfully pass manlift certification, if position requires it, within a reasonable period of time after hire
8.You must be 18 years or older.

Preferred Experience:

1.Two (2) years custodial experience.
2.No allergies to soaps, cleaning agents, chemicals, or environmental factors in custodial service.
3.Must be able to climb/use ladders, scaffolding, and/or manlift of various heights to perform duties.
4.Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, and University policies, procedures, and communications, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
5.Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy..
6.Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.
7.Must successfully pass manlift certification, if position requires it, within a reasonable period of time after hire
8.You must be 18 years or older.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the assignment and direction of work; evaluate work performance of assigned employees.
  • Instruct employees in the proper methods and use of materials and equipment.
  • Requisition cleaning supplies and materials.
  • Maintain proper storage and security of supplies and materials.
  • Assist with cleaning duties as assigned.
  • Report needed repairs of equipment or buildings to supervisor.
  • Verify attendance of subordinates.
  • Assist in training others.
  • Lock and unlock doors in accordance with departmental policies and/or procedures; maintain security of assigned keys, pagers, and/or radios.
  • Guide, assist, and train student custodial employees.
  • Acquire and maintain knowledge of various job related chemicals and environmental concerns.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.


At Ball State University, we recognize inclusive excellence as an integral endeavor to fulfill our University’s mission and our strategic plan. We recruit, support, and retain a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. We encourage and reward diversity of thought. We promote a work environment that encourages and rewards innovation and creativity. We pledge to keep Inclusive Excellence at the highest level of institutional importance and as a foundation in all that we strive to do. Our over-arching goal for Inclusive Excellence is to adopt a university-wide Inclusive Excellence approach to academic, administrative support, and service functions of the university. We believe Inclusive Excellence must be infused in every step we take.


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Job posting number:#7305343 (Ref:BSU47303)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Ball State University
Muncie,Indiana
United States
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