Custodian Leads (2 Openings) - Facilities Planning and Management

Universities of Wisconsin•Whitewater, WI

12d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

These positions are responsible for providing custodial lead work and equipment repair services for Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) in the academic buildings. The Custodian Lead guides the work of a crew of Custodians, temporary employees (USTEs), and student workers. The incumbent works under the direction of the Custodial Services Assistant Supervisor or Custodial Program Manager. The lead worker assists the assistant supervisors in developing custodial objectives designed to meet the needs of building occupants and the tasks required to achieve these objectives. The Custodian Lead must practice exemplary behavior when working with customers and fellow staff members. The person holding this position must possess a valid driver's license and qualify for state vehicle operation. The position is designated at level 1 for risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. The incumbent will be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills. These are first-shift positions with the normal working hours of Monday-Friday 5:00 am-1:00 pm.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma
Prior experience performing custodial activities, housekeeping or facilities maintenance in a professional setting
Ability to attain UW System driver authorization within first week of employment
Driver Authorization
Ability to provide lead work, instruction and administrative support for FP&M Zone custodial crew
Ability to perform a variety of daily, periodic, and seasonal duties
Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, staff, and students
Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Ability to independently organize and prioritize workload
Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods, cleaning solutions, equipment, and materials
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to work independently
Ability to be authorized to drive a state vehicle
Knowledge of custodial equipment and effective repair methods of the same
Knowledge of wet cell batteries and the maintenance of the same
Ability to work with various hand and powered tools
Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

Responsibilities

Provide lead work and custodial support for FP&M custodial operations
Perform custodial work.
Perform laundry duties
Repair and maintenance of Custodial Equipment
Perform miscellaneous tasks within the academic zone, as directed.

Benefits

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.

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