Custodian and Groundskeeper in Kettering

About Kettering: Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders.

Benefits: include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits.

To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.

• Experience in team/project coordination;
• Demonstrated ability to use computer;
• Knowledge of electronic email and work order system;
• Work experience in a educational setting.

Job Specific Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D.;
• Demonstrated ability to operate custodial equipment;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently without supervision.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Understanding and commitment to Kettering University Values:

• a. RESPECT : for teamwork, honesty, encouragement, diversity, partnerships with students.
• b. INTEGRITY : including accountability, transparency and ethics.
• c. CREATIVITY : fostering flexibility and innovation.
• d. COLLABORATION : across disciplines and with all partners.
• e. EXCELLENCE : in all we do.

Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number SP00451

Posting Date

Posting Date 07/09/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Job Duties

Job Duties

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 25

Duties

Perform custodial work involved in care and cleaning of specified area or areas of a building including: restrooms, stairways, chalk boards, locker rooms, classrooms, laboratories, offices, shops, etc.

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 20

Duties

Perform all phases of floor, wall, ceiling and glass care and cleaning.

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 15

Duties

Coordinate with coworker to provide proper coverage when needed.

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 10

Duties

Perform safe operation, care and cleaning of custodial equipment.

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 10

Duties

Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 5

Duties

Maintain inventory and supplies.

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 5

Duties

Assist in room/event set up and breakdown.

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 5

Duties

Assist groundskeeping staff as assigned.

Percent of total time

Percent of total time 5

Duties

Comply with University safety and security policies and procedures and report conditions that may create hazards.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

Kettering University, 1700 University Ave. Flint, MI 48504