Milwaukee, WI
Custodian jobs in Milwaukee, WI
3 open roles from 2 employers. Checked Oct 6, 2026.
What these openings look like
2 employers are hiring here: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and SBM Management. 2 of the 3 publish a pay range, running $15.25 to $17.00 an hour. The rest do not say. Every posting is full time. The most recent went up on Oct 1, 2026.
Every listing links to the employer's own application. Nothing is posted here on their behalf, and nothing is reposted from anywhere else.
Open roles
What it pays here
Only some employers publish a range. These are the ones that did, as written in their own postings:
- $16.00–$17.00 an hour
- $15.25–$16.25 an hour
What they ask custodian candidates here
Drawn from the 3 open postings on this page. The ones that come up across several employers are near the top.
Which shift are you applying for, and can you work it reliably Monday through Friday?
What they are checking: Whether they can show up dependably for the shift the building needs.
Tell me about your experience cleaning restrooms, hallways and offices.
What they are checking: Whether they have basic custodial skills.
Part of this job is locking and unlocking doors. Why does building security matter in your role?
What they are checking: Whether they understand they help keep the campus safe, not just clean.
You find a door propped open late at night. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they act on security problems and report them.
How do you keep walkways clear of snow and ice?
What they are checking: Whether they know safe methods to prevent slips and falls.
You see signs of mice in a building. Who do you tell, and what do you write down?
What they are checking: Whether they document and report pest and repair needs clearly.
What safety rules do you follow when mixing or using cleaning chemicals?
What they are checking: Whether they know never to mix chemicals and to use protective gear.
Tell me about a time you took initiative to fix a problem without being told.
What they are checking: Whether they take ownership of their areas, which the posting asks for.
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