"Custodian - University Housing - Facilities"

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Position Title: Custodian - University Housing - Facilities

Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Custodian

Job Duties: Cleans facilities, removes waste and recycling, and monitors building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours. Ensures cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in assigned areas.

• Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables
• 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, violations, and pest control needs
• Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice

This position is responsible for custodial duties in assigned areas of UW-Whitewater buildings and maintaining these areas in a safe and sanitary condition. This position reports to the Custodial Services Supervisor and may work under the guidance of a Custodian Lead. All duties are to be performed in accordance with organizational beliefs and values. Regular attendance is an essential function of the job. This position is designated at Level 1 for risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. All established safety rules and regulations must be followed and personal protective equipment must be worn when performing job duties requiring their use. Will be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

This position participates in the University Housing - Facilities Custodial overtime functions.

80% Routine daily maintenance of resident buildings

• Clean restrooms, shower, and locker rooms and common areas.
• Empty wastebaskets and remove trash from buildings.
• Replenish supplies as necessary.
• Vacuum and spot-clean carpet.
• Sweep and/or dust mop floors.
• Wet mop or machine scrub floors.
• Clean hallways, stairwells, and drinking fountains.
• Maintain exterior spaces; entryways, walk off mats, ash urns and recycling centers.
• Wash walls, ceilings, inside windows, and entrance glass.
• Replace bulbs, clean light fixtures, diffusers.
• Other duties as assigned.

10% Performance of Related Duties

• Clean and maintain equipment and storage areas.
• Report needed maintenance or repairs 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, surrounding sidewalks, and recycling areas. Salt areas as needed.
• Strip and refinish floor surfaces as needed.
• Shampoo all carpeted areas and clean entry mats.
• Drive University vehicles if authorized.
• Other duties as assigned.

10% Team Participation

• Function as member of a team in special custodial projects.
• Function as a team member in problem solving for custodial and other areas.
• Assist other department/employees as required.
• This position participates in the University Housing - Facilities Custodial overtime functions.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables
• Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs
• Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies as needed
• Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entities
• Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice

Department: The Department of University Housing Facilities

Compensation: Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting hourly rate of $17.00 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications. UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.

Preferred Qualifications: High School Diploma

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, staff, and students.
• Independently organize and prioritize workload. Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods.
• Knowledge of cleaning solutions and agents.
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and materials.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. correctly and safely.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to disinfectants, cleaning solutions, dust, odors, extreme temperatures, noise, heights, and slippery surfaces.
• Ability to climb step ladder and stairs.
• Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills.

How to Apply: Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents: Resume, Name and contact information for one professional reference.