Custodial Team Lead

Job Summary

The Housing Facilities Services (HFS) team at the University of Colorado, Boulder is currently accepting applications for a Custodial Team Lead! This position assists the Custodian Supervisor by providing leadership to a crew of custodians. Additionally, they will fulfill the basic purpose of the work unit by cleaning and disinfecting showers and bathrooms, sweeping, mopping or vacuuming floors, or by removing ice and snow from walks, steps and entrances. They will also report maintenance problems such as burned out bulbs or tubes, running water, and plugged drains to the Custodial Supervisor.
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.

Housing Facilities Services (HFS) is a comprehensive facility management operation that provides around-the-clock support to over 10,000 residents and 20,000 conference guests annually. Services include maintenance, repair, renovation, project management, capital construction, housekeeping and grounds-keeping operations. HFS has approximately 190 full-time employees and approximately 80 part-time and student staff, who all strive to give residents the best living experience possible.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Detail Specialist

  • Empty and remove the contents of all waste or desk side recycling receptacles and properly dispose of trash and/or recyclable materials in the appropriate containers.
  • Dust and/or wash window sills, blinds, woodwork, doors, clean elevator walls and control panels. Dust overhead pipes, light fixtures and all unobstructed horizontal and vertical surfaces.
  • Wash door glass, blackboard frames, chalk trays and erasers. Dust all furniture as needed.
  • Wash blackboards and whiteboards in classrooms.

Vacuum Specialist
  • Use backpack vacuum to thoroughly clean all floor surfaces and stairwells and vacuum upholstery as needed.
  • Vacuum erasers and chalk trays in classrooms and conference rooms. Vacuum entryway mats and elevator door tracks daily.
  • Close all open windows, turn off lights and close and lock doors.

Restroom Specialist
  • Use specialized “touch free” restroom cleaning system to provide consistent cleaning to restrooms.
  • Pick up debris from floors, empty feminine waste receptacles and regular waste receptacles; restock all supplies daily; disinfect fixtures, partitions, and floors; brush-scrub restroom floors and showers; use high pressure spray to rinse partitions and floors; scrub sinks, toilets, and urinals; use squeegee tool to clean off partitions, mirrors and countertops.
  • Vacuum dirt and debris and water from floors; use blower feature to dry floors; scrub and disinfect drinking fountains daily for guest restrooms clean with regular hands-on cleaning methods.

Utility Specialist
  • Clean entrances of facilities daily: sweep, empty ashtrays, clean entry doors, clean out leaves and cobwebs from corners.
  • Extract entrance-level carpeted hallways once per week; mop all hard surface floors; spot mop spills daily.
  • Assist with stocking closets as needed with supplies for the facilities; take out bulk trash; remove graffiti, spot clean carpets, and remove gum from floors as needed.

Snow Removal
  • Provide a safe and healthy environment for University of Colorado students, staff, and visitors by removing ice and snow with shovels, ice scrapers, or salt from outside walks, steps and entrances.

Emergency and Miscellaneous Work
  • Perform initial emergency clean up
  • Clean up water and debris, as well as extract carpeted floors and upholstered furniture with disinfectant.
  • Clean upholstery by hand or with extractor
  • Move or assist in the moving of heavy furniture; replace dirty linen with clean linen, and make the beds during conference season.
  • Strip and finish hard surface floors and extract carpets as assigned
  • Participate in the “Eyes and Ears Program” and "Emergency Response Teams" as needed.

Assist with supervisory duties:
  • Assist in planning, assigning, coordinating, inspecting and reviewing custodial routine cleaning activities.
  • Adjust assignments to accommodate absences. The position must also perform supervisory substitution work in the absence of the supervisor, and other duties as required.
  • Assist Supervisor with ordering supply and year-end inventory supplies.
  • Help inspect room readiness at Move Out and Move In, also during conference session.
What You Should Know
  • This position will operate University vehicles and requires an active Driver's License in good standing.
  • The anticipated schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm.
What We Can Offer
  • The annual salary for this position is $43,864.40
  • Our outstanding benefits include:
    • Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days and 11 holidays per year.
    • Access to medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
    • Tuition reimbursement.
    • A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
    • EcoPass for free RTD rides.
    • Opportunity for career growth within the division of student life and the CU Boulder campus!


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.

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What We Require
  • One year of work experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
What You Will Need
  • Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and customers.
  • Ability to lift, move and operate cleaning tools and equipment.
What We Would Like You to Have
  • Any previous supervisory work experience.
Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:



1. A current resume.

2. 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 March 8, 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.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu


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