Custodial Worker Jobs in Virginia
Custodial Worker jobs in Virginia are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in government facilities, healthcare campuses, and university systems from Northern Virginia to the Hampton Roads region. Richmond, Arlington, and Virginia Beach are among the most active hiring metros, and well-established employers such as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, George Mason University, and Sodexo maintain ongoing custodial staffing across the state. The most sought-after specialties include healthcare environmental services, floor care, and biohazard cleaning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- 538233
- Blacksburg, Virginia
- Facilities Operations
- Staff
- VP Facilities
Job Description
Reporting to the Assistant Manager of 2nd & 3rd Shift Custodial Services this position is responsible for maintaining established standards of cleanliness and sanitation for interior spaces within assigned education and general assignment buildings across campus. Focused duties include, cleaning and disinfecting common high touch surfaces, restrooms, hallways, corridors, classrooms, stairwells, elevators, and general interior spaces. Other duties include emergency cleanup, execution of blood-borne pathogen procedures, floor and window maintenance, operating powered cleaning equipment, trash removal, collecting recycling, and replenishing supplies. This position will report equipment and building repairs and any unsafe and unusual building maintenance issues. Responsible for the care and handling of facilities supplies, equipment, and assigned keys.
This position is designated Emergency Personnel, and requires employees to report to work as needed during campus emergencies, holidays, closings, and per supervisor’s instructions.
Required Qualifications
Ability to comprehend and follow instructions, and properly use or learn to use cleaning chemicals and agents, including dilution and dispensing systems.
Must be able to walk and stand extensively; climb stairs; safely move or handle up to 35 lbs.; bend, stoop, reach (including reaching above the head to dust), push/pull, perform repetitive motion, twist, and shovel snow.
Must be able to safely and efficiently operate electrically powered and manual cleaning equipment.
Must be willing and able to learn the use of heavy floor care equipment.
Must be capable of working independently without close supervision.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with the public and/or customer service experience.
Knowledge and experience with various cleaning methods.
Custodial/cleaning experience in an institutional, or commercial cleaning environment (such as hospitality (hotel/motel), commercial cleaning company, manufacturing, health care facilities, etc.)
Custodial/cleaning experience working in an educational environment (such as universities/college, school systems, etc.)
Previous experience operating professional cleaning equipment.
Pay Band
1
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
33,280 plus 2,080 shift differential
Hours per week
40
Review Date
Open Until Filled
Additional Information
Must have a valid Driver’s License
Must have a safe driving record
Conviction Check/Drivers Check is required
Shift Time: 2:00pm – 10:30pm
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Facilities Human Resources at opshr-g@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
- 538233
- Blacksburg, Virginia
- Facilities Operations
- Staff
- VP Facilities
Job Description
Reporting to the Assistant Manager of 2nd & 3rd Shift Custodial Services this position is responsible for maintaining established standards of cleanliness and sanitation for interior spaces within assigned education and general assignment buildings across campus. Focused duties include, cleaning and disinfecting common high touch surfaces, restrooms, hallways, corridors, classrooms, stairwells, elevators, and general interior spaces. Other duties include emergency cleanup, execution of blood-borne pathogen procedures, floor and window maintenance, operating powered cleaning equipment, trash removal, collecting recycling, and replenishing supplies. This position will report equipment and building repairs and any unsafe and unusual building maintenance issues. Responsible for the care and handling of facilities supplies, equipment, and assigned keys.
This position is designated Emergency Personnel, and requires employees to report to work as needed during campus emergencies, holidays, closings, and per supervisor’s instructions.
Required Qualifications
Ability to comprehend and follow instructions, and properly use or learn to use cleaning chemicals and agents, including dilution and dispensing systems.
Must be able to walk and stand extensively; climb stairs; safely move or handle up to 35 lbs.; bend, stoop, reach (including reaching above the head to dust), push/pull, perform repetitive motion, twist, and shovel snow.
Must be able to safely and efficiently operate electrically powered and manual cleaning equipment.
Must be willing and able to learn the use of heavy floor care equipment.
Must be capable of working independently without close supervision.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with the public and/or customer service experience.
Knowledge and experience with various cleaning methods.
Custodial/cleaning experience in an institutional, or commercial cleaning environment (such as hospitality (hotel/motel), commercial cleaning company, manufacturing, health care facilities, etc.)
Custodial/cleaning experience working in an educational environment (such as universities/college, school systems, etc.)
Previous experience operating professional cleaning equipment.
Pay Band
1
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
33,280 plus 2,080 shift differential
Hours per week
40
Review Date
Open Until Filled
Additional Information
Must have a valid Driver’s License
Must have a safe driving record
Conviction Check/Drivers Check is required
Shift Time: 2:00pm – 10:30pm
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Facilities Human Resources at opshr-g@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in custodial worker jobs across Virginia.
- Ability to pass a background check required by Virginia state or federal facilities
- Prior experience cleaning commercial, institutional, or healthcare environments preferred
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and proper handling of cleaning chemicals
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
- Reliable transportation to reach facility locations across Virginia metro areas
- Availability for early morning, evening, or weekend shifts as assigned by employer
Custodial Worker Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a custodial worker in Virginia?
Virginia does not require a state-issued license for general custodial work, so most employers hire based on experience and on-the-job training. Healthcare facilities often require completion of an environmental services orientation and bloodborne pathogen training before a first shift. Government facilities, including those on federal property in Northern Virginia, typically require a background investigation. A high school diploma or GED strengthens your application, and any hands-on cleaning or maintenance experience gives you a clear advantage.
Which companies hire custodial workers in Virginia?
Employers hiring custodial workers in Virginia right now include Aramark, William & Mary, and US Air Combat Command, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's large base of federal agencies, defense contractors, hospital systems, and state universities creates steady, year-round demand for custodial staff across the commonwealth.
Which Virginia cities have the most custodial worker jobs?
Williamsburg, Virginia, and Salem consistently post the most custodial worker openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's concentration of federal offices and defense facilities drives volume around Arlington and Alexandria, while Richmond's hospital systems and state government buildings anchor demand in the capital region, and Virginia Beach's hospitality and military installations sustain hiring in Hampton Roads.
Are there remote custodial worker jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're extremely rare. Custodial work is hands-on and site-specific by nature, requiring a physical presence to clean, sanitize, and maintain facilities. About 0% of custodial worker openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles are almost exclusively supervisory or facilities coordination positions that handle scheduling and vendor management rather than direct cleaning duties.
How can I get hired as a custodial worker in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to contract cleaning companies such as ABM Industries or Aramark, which staff custodial teams across Virginia's hospitals, universities, and government buildings and regularly hire with no prior experience. University systems like Virginia Commonwealth University and George Mason University hire part-time custodial staff where training is provided on the job. Starting in a general cleaning associate role and completing an employer-provided environmental services course puts you on a clear path to full-time positions.
Where can I find and apply to custodial worker jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to custodial worker jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Virginia locations. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and availability, then apply directly to the employer. No sign-up is required to view and apply to open positions.
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