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Department Hatfield Marine Sci Ctr (RMS)

Classification Title Custodian

Job Title Custodian

Appointment Type Classified Staff

Job Location Newport

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Employment Category Regular

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Custodian position for the Hatfield Marine Science Center at Oregon State University ( OSU ). This position will be located in Newport, Oregon.

The Hatfield Marine Science Center ( HMSC ) is Oregon State University’s campus for research, education, and outreach in marine and coastal sciences. The Marine Science Center is located 55 miles west of the OSU main campus in Newport, OR. Through its partnerships, HMSC improves scientific understanding of marine systems, coastal processes and resources, and applies this knowledge to social, economic, and environmental issues.

The HMSC Custodian position is part of a team working in the evening shift with the primary purpose of ensuring that OSU and specified federal buildings on the HMSC campus are clean, well lit, secure and provide a conducive environment for quality learning and research. This position works closely with the Custodial Services Coordinator and reports to the Custodial Supervisor.

This position is a member of the HMSC Custodial Team located in Newport, Oregon and provides custodial support to over 20 facilities on 50 acres of the HMSC campus.

This position is eligible for paid health benefits and retirement plans, and paid vacation, sick, holiday and personal time off. It is also eligible for reduced tuition. As a shift worker, you will receive shift differential pay and overtime for work on holidays.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

•Top 1.4% university in the world

•More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

•1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

•2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

•7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

•100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

•35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

•217k+ alumni worldwide

•For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

•Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

•Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

•Retirement savings paid by the university.

•A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

•Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

•Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

•Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

75% Cleaning and Sanitization

Clean restrooms, large classrooms, laboratories, museum space, library, high density public access areas and touchpoints, staff lounge, areas around the buildings, empty trash and recycling, clean walls and other surfaces, cleans windows and mirrors, clean and sanitize toilets, sinks and showers, fill soap and paper dispensers, dust, sweep, mop, strip floors, wax and buff floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets, pick up litter, shovel snow, sweep steps, and wash exterior windows.

15% General Security and Safety

Report problems or concerns to the Custodial Services

Coordinator or the Custodial Supervisor. Check to make sure buildings are secured, doors and gates are locked at appropriate times and lights are turned off. Report any suspicious activity.

5% Resupply

Stock shelves and/or cleaning carts with needed supplies, clean the carts and equipment at the end of the shift, test new products and make a list of supplies needed. Keep custodial closets neat and orderly.

2.5% Event Set up

Assist with set-up and breakdown (tables, chairs, waste receptacles, etc.) during special events.

2.5 % Other

Other duties as assigned.

What We Require

Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification. The appointing authority is responsible for recruitment and selection.

What You Will Need

+ At least one year of professional cleaning experience

+ Must be available to work weekends and some holidays. The custodian shift is 40 hours per week. It begins at 5:00 p.m and ends at 1:00 a.m.

+ Must be highly motivated, have experience working in a team environment and have exceptional customer service skills.

+ Ability to lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

+ In accordance with the Department of Commerce Background Investigation policy, the incumbent must successfully obtain the appropriate security clearance within 90 days of the employment start date.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess, and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

Prior experience cleaning research labs, high density public access areas, classrooms, and/or library space. Demonstrable ability to communicate in a manner that shows respect and inclusivity for all co-workers.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Shift will be between 5:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. Must be available to work some weekends and holidays. Additional shifts differential is paid for shift and weekend work. Overtime for worked holidays.

Facility support assignments may vary based on operational needs.

The position is based at the OSU Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, Oregon, which is in a tsunami hazard zone. HMSC’s evacuation plan and other tsunami safety-related information may be reviewed athttps://hmsc.oregonstate.edu/staff/employee-resources/tsunami-preparednessandoregontsunami.org

Pay Method Hourly

Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Min Salary $18.06

Max Salary $22.84

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/69583

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P05517CT

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 02/01/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 01/15/2026

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date 01/29/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE :If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact: Sheena Scarberry at [email protected]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team [email protected].

Supplemental Questions

Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/176191

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.