Custodian - Multiple Openings - Facilities Planning and Management

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh•Whitewater, WI

59d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Facilities Planning and Management at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks multiple Custodians for first-shift positions. This position is responsible for housekeeping duties in assigned areas of UW-Whitewater buildings and maintaining these areas in a safe and sanitary condition. This position will report to the Custodial Services Supervisor and works under the guidance of a Custodian Lead. This position normally works Monday-Friday either 4:00am-12:00pm or 5:00am-1:00pm, based on operational needs. Regular attendance is an essential function of the job. This position is designated at Level 1 for risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens. All established safety rules and regulations must be followed and personal protective equipment must be worn when performing job duties requiring their use. The incumbent will be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills. Based upon operational need for additional custodial coverage at University events, occasional overtime may be required and changes to your schedule may occur, this may include evenings and weekends. This description attempts to indicate the kinds and types of responsibilities given to this position and shall not be construed as defining all specific duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of supervisors to assign, direct and monitor the work of their employees. Statements of employee duties are not intended to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of responsibility.

Requirements

Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, staff, and students
Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Independently organize and prioritize workload
Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods
Knowledge of cleaning solutions and agents
Knowledge of cleaning equipment and materials
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to work independently
Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

Responsibilities

Routine daily maintenance of academic buildings
Clean restrooms, shower, and locker rooms.
Clean classrooms, whiteboards and trays, erasers, etc.
Clean and dust office areas.
Empty wastebaskets and remove trash from buildings.
Replenish supplies as necessary.
Vacuum and spot-clean carpets.
Sweep and/or dust mop floors.
Wet mop or machine scrub floors.
Clean hallways, stairwells, and drinking fountains.
Clean and sweep entryways and walk off mats; empty ash urns.
Wash walls, ceilings, inside windows, and glass building entrances.
Replace bulbs, clean light fixtures, and replace diffusers.
Open and secure buildings/rooms as assigned.
Clean and maintain equipment and storage areas.
Report needed maintenance or repairs to supervisor via work request.
Move furniture, equipment, supplies, etc. as required.
Inspect exterior building entrances for trash and dispose of appropriately.
Provide snow removal from building entrances and surrounding sidewalks.
Strip and refinish floor surfaces as needed.
Shampoo all carpeted areas and clean entry mats.
Drive University vehicles if authorized.
Other duties as assigned.
Function as member of team in special projects (i.e. relamping, tarping floors, seasonal cleaning).
Function as a team member in problem solving for custodial and other areas.
Assist other department/employees as required.
Perform set-ups and tear downs involving movement of equipment and workshops, sports events, etc.
Clean areas between events.

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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