Senior Custodian

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) provides services and support to over 50,000 students, faculty, and staff with the mission of advancing UCI's brilliant future and the vision of becoming world-class campus partners. DFA serves the university as planning partners, problem solvers, and solutions providers - striving to make it as easy as possible for people to get the services they need, when they need them.

Facilities Management is responsible for the effective operation of Irvine campus buildings, grounds and utilities; for providing a safe, functionally suitable and aesthetic environment in support of academic, research and public service programs of the University. Providing comprehensive management of campus facilities requires the employment of approximately 325 personnel ranging in classification from custodians and groundskeepers to more technical skilled crafts such as electricians and plumbers, and professional design staff and engineers. These services cover more than 150 buildings of approximately 6 million gross square feet, and1,475 acres of grounds. Facilities Management has an annual operating budget exceeding $80 million in expenditures, with operating funds of $30 million and $15 million for reimbursable campus activities. Project Services a construction department within Facilities Management manages a portfolio of major infrastructure and renovation projects totaling $200M per year.

Your Role on the Team

Under the direction and supervision of the Custodial Supervisor performs various skilled and semi-skilled custodial duties on the UCI campus. Operates cleaning equipment and ensures area is clean. Responsible for the security of area and possession of master keys. May serve as work leader for a small group of custodians.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Valid California Driver s License
• Experience in specialist janitorial operations.
• Previous general custodial experience.
• Substantial experience in Carpet and Hard Floor Care
• General knowledge of safety precautions in the use of equipment, chemicals, lifting, customer traffic, etc.
• Understand emergency preparation and response plan.
• Cleaning Skills: Able to sweep, vacuum, mop, dust, polish, perform overhead cleaning, wash walls & windows, clean bathrooms, kitchens, office areas and other building surfaces.
• Ability to use all cleaning equipment: Floor machines for stripping and waxing of hard floors, buffing and polishing. Carpet machines used for bonneting, extraction, and encapsulation. Upholstery machines, tank vacuums, upright and backpack vacuums, wide area vacuums, mops and brooms, extension poles, short ladders, automatic scrubbers.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals, ability to select appropriate chemical for the job, ability to mix and dilute chemicals appropriately, and handle chemicals safely.
• Ability to read and understand labels or instructions for cleaning solutions utilized in housekeeping as well as basic work instructions from supervisor.
• Ability to read, write, give and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to prepare repair requests.
• Ability to communicate with students, co-workers, and supervisor.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to learn and implement security measures.
• Ability to follow blueprints and diagrams.
• 1-3 yearsExperience in specialized janitorial work, general custodial duties, and extensive carpet and hard floor care.

Driver's License:

• Required to hold a valid drivers license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

Preferred:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills.
• Experience on a graveyard shift.
• Knowledge of Campus and Campus Infrastructure.

Special Conditions:

• Must accept a 5 day workweek, schedule varies, including occasional overtime assignments. Schedule to be determined by management. Workweek and times are subject to change.
• Must possess a valid California Driver License and participate in the DMV Pull Notice Program.
• Must be able to operate a Facilities Management vehicle.
• Must be able to outside regularly scheduled shift.
• Must be able to wear PPE.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.