"Lead Custodian"

Department Summary

The Hammer Museum believes in the promise of art and ideas to illuminate our lives and build a more just world. We champion the art and artists who challenge us to see the world in a new light, to experience the unexpected, to ignite our imaginations. The Hammer understands that art not only has the power to transport us through aesthetic experience but can also provide significant insight into some of the most pressing cultural, political, and social questions of our time. We present the unique and invaluable perspectives that artists have on the world around us. A vibrant intellectual and creative nexus, the Hammer is fueled by dynamic exhibitions and programs-including lectures, symposia, film series, readings, and musical performances-that spark meaningful encounters with artistic expression.

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Manager, Facilities, the Lead Custodian will lead custodial personnel in all aspects of facilities and custodial services. The Lead Custodian will make recommendations for corrective action within each unit to the Manager, Facilities in employee training and orientation. The Lead Custodian is responsible to maintain, disinfect, sanitize, and preserve the museum facility. Encourage safe working procedures and report any safety hazards to supervisor. In addition, the Lead Custodian acts as a subject matter expert and provides leadership to custodial staff who perform such tasks as: clean, dust, strip, wax, sweep, mop, polish, vacuum, replenish restrooms, and remove refuse/recycling throughout campus facilities, conference rooms, elevators, stairwells, exteriors, etc. This position may work independently or as part of a team in assigned work areas. Oversees critical day-to-day operations in supervisor's absence. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of proper use of the various floor care machines utilized by custodial staff, e.g., stripping machine, waxer/buffer, water pick-ups, etc. (Required)
• Ability to correct inaccuracies in workmanship; communicate customer concerns to supervision. (Required)
• Ability to maintain highest quality of custodial service at level consistent with University and department standards. (Required)
• Skill in reading technical instructions related to custodial work in order to comprehend equipment operating instructions and/or documents related to the job functions. (Required)
• Oral communication skills to obtain or convey clear, concise and grammatically correct information. (Required)
• Ability to write standard English text at the complete sentence level to write inspection reports, respond to emails, complete forms and supply orders. (Required)
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers, visitors and outside agencies. (Required)
• Working knowledge of standard safe work practices. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends. (Required)
• Ability to work various shifts. (Required)

Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday 5:30am - 2:00pm

Union/Policy Covered

SX-Service