UPenn Housekeeping
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
UPenn Housekeeping
Job Profile Title
Custodian
Job Description Summary
Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order in the School/Center premises. Performs additional work as assigned by the immediate superior. Have a good understanding of safety and adheres to safety rules and regulations. Communicating on a regular basis with the occupants in the assigned area and provides feedback to immediate superior of any important updates related to work.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order in the School/Center premises. Performs additional work as assigned by the immediate superior. Have a good understanding of safety and adheres to safety rules and regulations. Communicating on a regular basis with the occupants in the assigned area and provides feedback to immediate superior of any important updates related to work.
Qualifications
H.S. Diploma or GED Required, with 1-2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working Conditions
Requires extensive safety training; Exposure to chemicals; Stockroom or warehouse; Alternative work schedules; Outdoor exposure to weather; High noise environment; High dust, dirt, grease environment; Exposure to moving machinery
Physical Effort
Typically running, climbing; Frequent lifting 25 lb. or more; Occasional lifting 24-50 lb. Occasional lifting 25 lb. or less; Typically standing or walking; Intermittently sitting/standing/stooping; Using tools requiring high dexterity; Typically bending, crouching, stooping
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Facilities and Real Estate Services
Pay Range
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
- Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits...
- Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits...
- Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans...
- Time Away from Work: ...
- And more...
To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
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