Custodian (USTE) -11544
This posting is no longer available.
INTRODUCTION:
UW-WHITEWATER CONTINUALLY ACCEPTS UNIVERSITY STAFF TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT (USTE) APPLICATIONS.
Full-time students may not be eligible for University Staff Temporary Employment.
Per Wisconsin State Statute, USTE's must be residents of Wisconsin. Residents of other states may not be hires as an USTE.
JOB DUTIES:
CUSTODIAN: Positions are full-time and part-time with various shift schedules.
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 reports to Custodial Supervisor and works under the guidance of a Custodian Lead. 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 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 salary for these positions is $15.00 per hour.
General Outline of Major Duties & Responsibilities:
A. Routine daily maintenance of resident buildings, academic buildings, and administrative areas:
- Clean restrooms, shower, locker rooms and common areas.
- Empty wastebaskets and remove trash from buildings.
- Replenish supplies as necessary.
- Vacuum and spot-clean carpet.
- Sweep and/or dust mop floors.
- Wet mop or machine scrub floors.
- Clean hallways, stairwells, and drinking fountains.
- Maintain exterior spaces; entryways, walk off mats, ash urns and recycling centers.
- Wash walls, ceilings, inside windows, and entrance glass.
- Replace bulbs, clean light fixtures, replace diffusers.
- Clean classrooms, whiteboards, trays, erasers, etc.
- Clean and dust office areas.
- Open and secure buildings/rooms as assigned.
- Clean residential halls including kitchen areas, student rooms and dusting of furniture.
- Clean dining halls, restaurant areas and retail space.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Clean and maintain equipment and storage areas.
- Report needed maintenance or repairs 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, surrounding sidewalks, and recycling areas. Salt areas as needed.
- 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 a team in special custodial projects.
- Function as a team member in problem solving for custodial and other areas.
- Assist other department/employees as required.
- Perform set-up and tear-down involving movement of equipment and workshops, sports events, etc.
- Clean areas between events.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- 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.
- Ability to tolerate exposure to disinfectants, cleaning solutions, dust, odors, extreme temperatures, noise, heights, and slippery surfaces.
- Ability to climb step ladder and stairs.
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
- Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. In the fall of 2018, as a result of the University of Wisconsin System’s restructuring of the state’s 13 two-year campuses formerly known as UW Colleges, UW–Rock County began operating as a branch campus of UW–Whitewater under the new name of University of Wisconsin–Whitewater at Rock County. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Main Campus and Rock County Campus are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offers the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.
The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs. UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the state. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater is a Division III NCAA university. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. 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 veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their 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 final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per UPS Operation Policy: TC1, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
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-Whitewater 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.
To learn more about UW-Whitewater's competitive benefits packages go to our: ALEX webpage, which is our interactive benefits decision support tool.
SPECIAL NOTES:
UW-Whitewater embraces AAC&U’s LEAP principles (http://www.uww.edu/leap) and emphasizes student, staff and faculty participation in High-Impact Practices (https://www.aacu.org/resources/high-impact-practices). The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (http://www.uww.edu/orsp) provides support for faculty scholarly and creative activities as well as other opportunities to apply for reassigned time and/or other resources to support research activities. UW-Whitewater faculty and staff also have access to technology transfer and research resources provided by WiSys (https://www.wisys.org).
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.
The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings is targeted to be implemented mid-2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/
HOW TO APPLY:A complete application for a University Staff Temporary Employment Custodian position at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater includes the following documents:
- Resume
- List of 3 professional references
This Job ID is: 11544.
HR CONTACT:
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.
Who are you?
A potential applicant who is NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System, click here and type in the Job ID: UW-Whitewater External Applicants
A current employee of the University of Wisconsin System, click here and type in the Job ID: UW-Whitewater Internal Applicants
Before you get started with the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) by selecting the link below.
Apply Online FAQs