Custodian - Wausau Campus

University of Wisconsin Stout•Wausau, WI

13d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Services –supports the academic mission of the university. The integral core values of the department are Safety, Customer Service, Cooperation, Integrity and Innovation. A team approach is utilized throughout the department to provide a safe environment, excellence in service through high standards with positive and collaborative relationships across the UWSP community. Under general supervision of the Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for cleaning facilities, removes waste and recycling, snow removal and monitors building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours. Must ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in assigned areas. This position will serve the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Wausau Campus. This position interacts extensively with customers, campus community, service providers, and outside contractors. The skill, ability and knowledge of the incumbent will have direct and profound impact on the success and satisfaction level in the delivery of services to customers within the area of responsibility. Given the pace of emerging technology, the incumbent must stay in touch with industry/system-wide trends and best practices. This is a University Staff Project position, ending 12/31/2026. Full position description is available upon request.

Requirements

Physical strength and stamina to perform required work -- able to bend, stoop, kneel, move furniture and work on feet for long periods of time
Respect for and trustworthy behavior with public and private property
Ability to accept and follow supervisory direction
Knowledge of basic safety precautions including use of caustic and toxic chemicals, methods of lifting heavy objects, and safe work clothing and coverings
Willingness to perform repetitive tasks - takes pride in doing a good job
Aptitude to learn from verbal instructions by listening and asking questions
Able to learn, function, and use standard cleaning implements and tools
Pleasant, welcoming behavior and attitude toward public, co-workers, students, faculty, staff, etc.
Able to read work instructions and schedules, warning signs and instructions for operation and care of equipment