UC Custodian - University Center Facilities Management - 13555

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INTRODUCTION:

The James R. Connor University Center in the Division of Student Affairs seeks a Custodian.

JOB DUTIES:

This position is responsible for housekeeping duties in assigned areas of UW-Whitewater buildings, Student Dining Halls and maintaining these areas in a safe and sanitary condition. This position reports to Custodial Supervisor and works under the guidance of a Custodian Lead. This position will be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

All duties are to be performed in accordance with organizational beliefs and values. Regular attendance is an essential function of the job. This position is designated at Level 1 for risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. All established safety rules and regulations must be followed and personal protective equipment must be worn when performing job duties requiring their use.

50%   A. Routine daily maintenance of buildings

1. Clean restrooms, dining, and public use areas
2. Damp mop or machine scrub floors
3. Sweep and/or dust mop hard floors surfaces
4. Vacuum and spot-clean carpet
5. Empty wastebaskets and remove trash from buildings
6. Clean and dust office areas
7. Clean hallways, stairwells, and drinking fountains
8. Clean and sweep entryways and walk off mats; empty ash urns
9. Clean meeting, whiteboards and trays, erasers, etc.
10. Replenish supplies as necessary
11. Wash walls, ceilings, inside windows, and glass building entrances
12. Replace bulbs, clean light fixtures, and replace diffusers
13. Open and secure buildings/rooms
14. Other duties as assigned

35%   B. Carrying out Related Duties

1. Clean and maintain equipment and storage areas
2. Move furniture, equipment, supplies, etc. as required
3. Inspect exterior building entrances for trash and dispose of appropriately
4. Provide snow removal from building entrances and surrounding sidewalks
5. Hot water extract all carpeted areas and clean entry mats
6. Operation of powered custodial equipment
7. Strip and refinish hard floor surfaces as needed
8. Clean all HVAC grilles in assigned building areas as assigned
9. Report needed maintenance or repairs to supervisor via work request through Custodian Lead
10. Must be authorized to drive University vehicles
11. Other duties as assigned

15%   C. Team Participation

1. Assist with set-ups and tear downs for special events involving movement of equipment (i.e. chairs, tables, risers and/or portable dance floor) for workshops, sports events, etc.
2. Clean areas between events
3. Function as member of team in special projects (i.e. relamping, seasonal cleaning)
4. Function as a team member in problem solving for custodial and other areas
5. Assist other department/employees as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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 lift 50 lbs
• Ability to work independently
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid WI driver’s license
• Independently organize and prioritize workload

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of cleaning solutions and agents
• Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and materials

SPECIAL NOTES:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a regional comprehensive university with an enrollment of more than 12,000 students. UW-Whitewater has reached record enrollment four of the last five years and offers 50 majors in four colleges. UW-Whitewater also offers 15 master's degree programs and recently added a Doctorate of Business Administration. UW-Whitewater students achieve excellence in the classroom and on the playing field. In the 2014-15 Academic Year, UW-Whitewater was the first university in NCAA history at any level to win national championships in football, basketball and baseball in a single year. The campus offers more than 200 student organizations and is a vital economic engine for southeastern Wisconsin. UW- Whitewater is situated on 400 acres of land and has an annual budget of more than $219 million. - See more at: http://www.uww.edu/news

UW-Whitewater is part of the 26-campus University of Wisconsin System. Located in a community of 14,622 residents near the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin, Whitewater is within convenient driving distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.

Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s. 230.275, WI Stats. Ask the Human Resources contact listed on any job announcement for information on how to apply under this provision. Current State of Wisconsin employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and all veterans.

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants for positions may indicate in writing that his or her identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36 (7)(a).

UW-Whitewater conducts criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.

The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-W Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications received by OCTOBER 23, 2017 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262-472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu.

For questions regarding the position please contact:

Rhonda Jones
University Services Program Associate
262-472-1438
jonesr@uww.edu

Only complete application packages will be considered. A complete application includes online submission of the following documents:

• Resume

This Job ID is 13555.

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