Title: Custodians - Full time

State Role Title: Hsekeep &/or Apparel Worker I

Hiring Range: $31,200($15/hr),plus Generous Benefits Package

Pay Band: 1

Agency: Virginia Military Institute

Location: Virginia Military Institute

Agency Website: www.vmi.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia Military Institute is accepting applications for full-time custodial workers to support VMI and the corps of Cadets. New full time, state employee at VMI are eligible for a benefits package with medical insurance, life insurance and retirement plan through the Virginia Retirement System. Additionally, employees will accrue paid time off each year and are eligible for paid holiday time at Christmas. There may be an opportunity for overtime work in the evenings and on weekends.

• Restroom Maintenance – Clean and disinfect all assigned restrooms, to include but not limited to: basins, mirrors, commodes, floors, urinals, walls, and fixtures. Stock paper products as necessary.
• Trash removal/police outside – Remove all trash and debris from assigned areas. Responsible for policing outside of building area. Remove debris, snow, ice, and leaves as directed. Re-check as necessary during shift.
• Common Area Cleaning – Clean classrooms, study rooms, offices, libraries, entryways, water fountains, stairways, hallways, and other assigned areas. Cleaning will consist of, but not limited to: sweeping, mopping, buffing, dusting, and window cleaning.
• Hard Surface Floor Care/Carpet Cleaning – Sweep, mop, and buff resilient floors to reveal a clean and glossy appearance. High speed maintenance buffing is also required. Clean carpets as required or by request using a bonnet or carpet extractor method.
• Customer Satisfaction and Special Project Assistance – respond to customer requests in a courteous and professional manner. Assist supervisor with special assignments upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management such as event preparation and support, inclement weather support, special project teams, i.e. floor maintenance.


Employees wear uniforms and present a neat, professional appearance.

Training will be provided.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to perform a variety of cleaning tasks.
• Ability to tolerate contact with a variety of cleaning products and solutions.
• Ability to lift/move heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Ability to understand and follow oral/written instructions.
• Ability to work in either a team or individual environment.
• Ability to work well with students, staff, and members of the public.

Additional Considerations

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Good customer service skills.
• Working skills in the operation of manual and power cleaning equipment to include buffers, wet-dry vacuums, shampooers, and pressure washers.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and use of cleaning chemicals, equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge of safety practices related to the work.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Applications accepted until filled.

Criminal background check required for selected candidate.

Contact Information

Name: Tamara Wade

Phone: 540-464-7322

Email: hroffice@vmi.edu

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.