Custodian, 5pm - 1:30am

Custodian, 5pm - 1:30am

The University of Virginia Facilities Management Department offers a career that affords growth opportunities for employees within Facilities Management. We seek Custodian candidates for a Monday - Friday, 5pm - 1:30am shift in North Grounds. Custodians perform exceptional housekeeping services in assigned areas through safe work practices while using proper housekeeping techniques. The position maintains good working relationships with customers, staff, students, and supervisors. The Custodian completes special project work as assigned. They gain increasing efficiency with cleaning techniques, supplies, and equipment. Basic housekeeping experience, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning carpets, cleaning bathrooms and removal of trash is preferred. Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and directions, as well as adhere to regulatory guidelines in daily work is required. Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are also essential. Basic computer, tablet, and/or smart phone usage and the ability to submit electronic timesheets are also required. Duties Include:

• Maintain offices, classrooms, restrooms, public areas, or other assigned areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Remove trash, clean bathrooms, wipe down surfaces, dust, vacuum, etc. Apply proper methods and materials. May mix own cleaning solutions.
• Maintain clean and orderly housekeeping closets and equipment and keep inventories of supplies, requesting additional supplies as needed.
• Report all repairs and pest control needs, and any housekeeping-related violations by residents, guests, or staff.
• May perform minor maintenance tasks, such as changing bulbs, or more complex tasks including operating cleaning equipment such as buffers or waxers.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Some experience with basic housekeeping duties including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning carpets, cleaning bathrooms and removal of trash in a workplace setting is preferred.

Compensation: This full-time position starts at $15/hour, increasing with qualifications and experience. This position qualifies for an additional $2.00/hour shift differential. This is a non-exempt position with UVA benefits. Physical Demands: The use of both hands and a repetitive motion will be required while performing duties as a housekeeper, such as dusting, mopping, etc. This job requires a range of continual movement, including walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting. Selected candidates will be required to complete all required background checks prior to the first day of employment. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site. TO APPLY: Please apply online and search for R0080905. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete an application online with the following documents:

• Resume/work history

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. References will be completed via UVA's standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process. A minimum of three references is required. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Jessica Speth, Academic Recruiter, at View email address on click.appcast.io. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.