Senior Custodian

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. Student Housing is a self-funded, large and complex campus department consisting of 6 housing communities and 3 support units, with more than 300 staff employees, 300-400 student employees and an annual operating budget of $120 million. Student Housing provides housing for approximately 9,000 undergraduates, graduate students and their families in over 250 buildings and approximately 3.3 million sq. ft. Currently, Student Housing houses 51% of UCI's enrolled students (in conjunction with American Campus Communities, UCI's 3rd party housing partner) with a goal of housing 60% as part of the campus Long Range Development Plan. Student Housing also provides maintenance and repair services to student residents. Under the supervision of the Custodial or Assistant Custodial Supervisor, the incumbent performs skilled and semi-skilled cleaning, housekeeping, and/or general maintenance duties for most of their time which requires a greater degree of training, skill, independence of action, physical effort and experience than found at the custodial level. Incumbents will operate pressure washers, carpet extraction machines and other equipment required to maintain the facilities in Student Housing. Assignments could include residence halls or apartments, occupied or unoccupied units, common areas/buildings and/or exterior locations. Responsible for the setup and take down of special equipment and furniture. Ability to read, write and speak English to directly communicate with staff and students. Incumbent is responsible for security and maintenance of master keys and assigned equipment. Required to drive a motorized cart and University vehicle to complete job duties. Work may include evenings, weekends and overtime.

Requirements

Operate a motor vehicle.
Skill to operate pressure washers, vacuum cleaners, buffers, wet/dry vacs, carpet shampooers and other floor care equipment.
Ability to follow, model and promote conduct that adheres to the University of California Principles of Community.
Ability to sweep, dust mop, polish and perform semi-skilled housekeeping and general maintenance duties of hanging blinds and draperies which require a greater degree of skill, training, independence of action & physical effort and experience.
Ability to work as part of a team and serve as the work leader for a small group of custodians, temporary staff or student staff.
Ability to read and write English to submit written reports and work orders.
Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals.
Valid California driver’s license.
Custodial or related cleaning experience.
Available for overtime and weekend work.
Must be able to communicate in English – both verbally and in writing – for purpose of instruction and record keeping.
Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
Must be able to pass background check.
Must be willing and able to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Must be willing and able to assist in the event of a disaster.
Must be able to lift and carry loads over 50 lbs.
Comply with Background Check and Live Scan.
Comply with Employment Misconduct policies.
Possess Legal Right to work in the United States.
Comply with Vaccination Policies.
Comply with Smoking and Tobacco Policy.
Comply with Drug Free Environment policy.
Comply with Misconduct Disclosure Requirement.
Comply with California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (if applicable).
Comply with E-Verify (if applicable).
Comply with Pre-Placement Health Evaluation (if applicable).
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled and semi-skilled cleaning, housekeeping, and/or general maintenance duties.
Operate pressure washers, carpet extraction machines and other equipment required to maintain the facilities in Student Housing.
Be responsible for the setup and take down of special equipment and furniture.
Be responsible for security and maintenance of master keys and assigned equipment.
Drive a motorized cart and University vehicle to complete job duties.
Serve as the work leader for a small group of custodians, temporary staff or student staff.
Submit written reports and work orders.