Building Attendant II (Custodian) - Dayshift Porter

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for custodial cleaning work in a building or buildings. Usually works in a large assigned area with frequent group work and/or special assignments in addition to the assigned area. Maintains curb appeal of public circulation space and restrooms. Keeps premises of academic buildings in clean and orderly condition by performing the following duties. You belong at The University of Texas at Austin, where you can help change the world at work while receiving competitive pay and great benefits! As a Longhorn, you’ll be working for a globally recognized university. Your work will make a difference in the lives of faculty and staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person who wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like becoming a member of the Facilities Services team at UT. With Facilities Services, you’ll have opportunities to grow and learn. We believe that everyone has the potential to be a leader, and we offer comprehensive leadership training and development programs. We want to help you achieve your career goals, because our goal is for you to have a long and rewarding career with us.

Requirements

Six months of experience in custodial maintenance work.
Class "C" operator's driver's license.
Provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence.
If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.
Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).
Use of manual dexterity
Climbing of stairs
Climbing of ladders
Lifting and moving
Work in any building.
Stand, walk, lift/move up to 50 lbs.
Vision: close, distance, color, depth.
Exposed to indoor/outdoor environments, dust, noise, chemicals, odors.
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Nice To Haves

High school graduation or GED.
More than one year custodial experience.

Responsibilities

Quality – work according to established procedures using prescribed equipment
Quantity – maintain work schedule as assigned
Willingly accept work assignments
Overtime – before and after shift, weekend, holiday, and emergency response
Abide by the work rules as described in employee orientations and applicable policies and procedures
Professional appearance and demeanor – follows uniform policy
Dependable, reports to work on time
Cooperative, works effectively with others and independently
Readily accepts work assignments and supervision
Has not received formal discipline within the evaluation period
Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of job tasks or training subjects
Attends training as scheduled
Follow training guidelines as instructed
Have no lost time injuries due to unsafe work practices or failure to follow procedures
Regularly use PPE, safety shoes and safety equipment
Perform all tasks within established safety guidelines as instructed.
Report unsafe conditions in a timely manner
Maintain valid driver’s license
Maintain acceptable UT driver’s rating
Safely operate UT vehicles
Secure buildings and rooms on schedule and/or after cleaning as appropriate
Follow correct unlocking, locking and alarm procedures as instructed
Follow key control/access card procedures and guidelines
Carry UT ID at all times during work hours
Provide on-duty cleaning and event support.
Perform set up of table linens and other items for special events.
Clean up after emergencies such as floods.
Mandatory overtime may be required with little or no advance notice.
Fills in for absent co-workers as requested.
Wash and vacuum or sweep out vehicles.
Apply wax and protectant to vehicles.
Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation (8 hours/month), paid holidays (10+/year), sick time (8 hours/month), and longevity pay
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card