Custodian

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Custodian

Employee Classification: Custodian

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Union Administration

Department: UNT-Union Admin-163110

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $32,240.00 Commensurate on education and experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Elgilible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at

Department Summary

University Centers and Events (UCE) encompasses the University Union, Gateway Center and Coliseum. University Centers and Events (UCE), provides quality programs, services, and facilities that enhance the educational experience and create a community for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. We assist students to become good citizens of a global community.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitation work within the Union and surrounding outside areas of the building. Duties include vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, stripping, waxing and buffing floors; cleaning and dusting furniture and building surfaces; cleaning and sanitizing rest rooms and fixtures; removing trash and application of proper cleaning methods, materials and chemicals.

Minimum Qualifications

There are no minimum education or experience requirements. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to follow oral and written instructions ability to read and understand labels on chemicals. Ability to apply mathematical concepts to complete tasks (example: measuring and mixing chemicals). Sufficient knowledge of cleaning methods and the proper use of cleaning equipment. Ability to operate vacuum cleaner, floor waxer, floor buffer, and other cleaning equipment. Physical ability to perform work involving standing, stooping, operating cleaning equipment, and lifting of materials and equipment. Ability to recognize and to report maintenance needs in buildings. Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Cleans assigned areas and handles recycling in accordance with established standards, methods, and practices. Cleaning includes but is not limited to, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, garbage disposal, and sanitizing services. Ensures usage instructions/dilution ratio of cleaning chemicals and other custodial products are followed. Exhibits conservation, efficiency, and responsibility in the use of university resources. 
• Manages time efficiently in performance of duties and completes assigned work consistently and accurately with minimal supervision and while remaining flexible with work priorities and adapting to change. 
• Identifies and solves problems as appropriate; senses when an issue needs a supervisors attention and reports it. 
• Works in harmony with others through active, positive, and courteous interactions with faculty, staff, students, and patrons, and cooperation with coworkers to accomplish work more efficiently and effectively. 
• Is consistently at work and on time. Gives appropriate advance notice when absence or delay is unavoidable. Plans leave/vacation time cooperatively with supervisor to assure continued service of area. 
• Serves as a liaison with customers and the university community, ensuring that customer needs are met through operation of facilities for public events, delivering a positive customer experience. 
• Completes all work using safe work habits and methods to prevent injuries, using equipment properly and in the manner required or directed, keeping all equipment in good working order and following storage procedures, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to your supervisor immediately. 
• Supports, enforces, complies with, and stays current on university and departmental procedures, mission statement, and commitment to service. 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday 5pm - 2am

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.