Custodian 2nd shift

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI
•Onsite

About The Position

The custodian performs daily cleaning at the Wisconsin Union’s Pyle Center, including cleaning bathrooms, removing trash and recycling, vacuuming hallways, offices, and meeting and event spaces, and responding to radio calls for cleaning assistance. Weekly duties include scrubbing kitchens and entrances with an auto-scrubber, changing lightbulbs, and completing other deep-cleaning tasks. The role also maintains outdoor entrances year-round and removes snow and ice during colder seasons. Depending on scheduled events, custodians assist with production tasks by setting up classroom, dining, and event spaces under the guidance of setup and event planning staff, then taking down and cleaning up spaces after events.

Requirements

  • Ability to walk, stand, lift, carry, bend, stoop, and climb for most of the shift, including extended periods of continuous physical activity, with or without an accommodation.
  • Ability to regularly lift and move supplies, equipment, and material weighing up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
  • Ability to remove snow and ice outdoors during cold weather.

Nice To Haves

  • At least 3 months of experience working in the same position.
  • High school diploma.

Responsibilities

  • Clean assigned facility areas using basic equipment and supplies, and remove waste and recyclables.
  • Respond to radio calls for cleaning assistance throughout the building.
  • Complete weekly cleaning tasks, including scrubbing kitchens and entrances with an auto-scrubber, changing lightbulbs, and performing miscellaneous deep cleaning.
  • Maintain outdoor entrances year-round and remove snow and ice during colder seasons.
  • Assist with setting up classroom, dining, and event spaces based on guidance from setup and event planning staff, and take down and clean spaces after events.
  • Monitor and secure facility interior and exterior entrances and report issues to appropriate entities.
  • Organize supply areas and equipment, document inventory, and request additional supplies as needed.
  • Document and report repairs, violations, and pest control needs.
  • Keep walkways clear of debris, litter, snow, and ice.
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