Custodian - 1st Shift - Facilities Planning and Management

Job Details

This position is responsible for housekeeping duties in assigned areas of UW-Whitewater buildings and maintaining these areas in a safe and sanitary condition. This position will report to the Custodial Services Supervisor and works under the guidance of a Custodian Lead. This position normally works Monday-Friday either 4:00am-12:00pm or 5:00am-1:00pm, based on operational needs.

Key Job Responsibilities

A. Routine daily maintenance of academic buildings

• Clean restrooms, shower, and locker rooms.
• Clean classrooms, whiteboards and trays, erasers, etc.
• Clean and dust office areas.
• Empty wastebaskets and remove trash from buildings.
• Replenish supplies as necessary.
• Vacuum and spot-clean carpets.
• Sweep and/or dust mop floors.
• Wet mop or machine scrub floors.
• Clean hallways, stairwells, and drinking fountains.
• Clean and sweep entryways and walk off mats; empty ash urns.
• Wash walls, ceilings, inside windows, and glass building entrances.
• Replace bulbs, clean light fixtures, and replace diffusers.
• Open and secure buildings/rooms as assigned.

B. Performance of Related Duties

• Clean and maintain equipment and storage areas.
• Report needed maintenance or repairs to supervisor via work request.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies, etc. as required.
• Inspect exterior building entrances for trash and dispose of appropriately.
• Provide snow removal from building entrances and surrounding sidewalks.
• Strip and refinish floor surfaces as needed.
• Shampoo all carpeted areas and clean entry mats.
• Drive University vehicles if authorized.
• Other duties as assigned.