- Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit to perform essential job
functions for the duration of the shift.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures while performing tasks
such as trash removal and snow and ice removal from
entrances.
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Weekend, night, and/or holiday hours may be required for some
positions, with applicable differential pay provided.
- Some positions may require a valid driver’s license and
certification to drive a state vehicle
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Implements and maintains prescribed cleaning standards
- Communicates with students, staff, and guests to address needs
and service requests
- Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances
and reports issues to appropriate entities
- Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents
inventory, and requests additional supplies as needed
- Documents and reports repairs, safety hazards, and pest control
needs
- Utilizes basic equipment (e.g., industrial vacuum cleaners and
carpet extractors, electric floor buffers, etc.) and supplies to
clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables
- Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of
debris, litter, snow, and ice
- Assists with moving projects
- Works collaboratively and responsively with team members and
supervisors
Department:
Custodial
Compensation:
$18.00/ hour
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
- Ability to read work instructions and schedules, warning signs,
and labels.
- Ability to retain and carry out multiple work
assignments.
- Willingness to learn basic safety precautions, including use of
caustic or toxic chemicals, methods of lifting heavy objects, and
use of safe work coverings.
- Ability to observe and react to hazards and changing conditions
in the work environment (e.g., wet floors, broken glass, member or
other person in need of assistance, etc.)
- Willingness to learn how to operate cleaning equipment such as
industrial vacuum cleaners and carpet extractors, and electric
floor buffers.
- Ability to work independently and within a team setting.
- Pleasant, welcoming behavior and attitude toward public,
co-workers, students, faculty, staff, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior custodial experience
- Basic computer skills
- Experience with event set-ups
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
How to Apply:
Required application documents
Cover letter (that addresses the required and preferred
qualifications)
CV / Resume
Contact Information:
Ryan Ray, rray@uwlax.edu
Special Notes:
Application deadlines
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to
those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’.
Applications received after that date may be considered at the
discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be
evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to
participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete
and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If
you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not
able to complete the application online due to a disability or
system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law.
UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who
request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by
Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the
identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the
appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment
screening which includes a criminal background check, work
authorization, and verification of education. It will also require
you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual
violence and sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery
Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and
information about campus security policies, see
http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/
or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.
INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS
Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial
package from the university.
Highlights include:
- Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
- Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good
coverage.
- Paid holidays and paid sick days.
- After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our
retirement system which ensures income post-career.
- Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and
some of the strongest in state and nation.
Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This
information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits
are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,
status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by
applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are
committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of
backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified
individuals to apply.
