Senior Custodian

Title: Senior Custodian

Employee Classification: Senior Custodian

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Campus Operations

Department: HSC-Facilities Admin-356000

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: $32,760

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

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.


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Department Summary

Facilities Management has a mission to make the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth a place where the facilities and grounds are aesthetically pleasing, clean, well maintained, and energy-efficient. We offer a working environment that promotes teamwork and professionalism. Facilities Management provides responsive, friendly, and efficient customer support to appropriately support the institutional mission.

Position Overview

The Facilities Management Services Administration Department at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Senior Custodian to join their team. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: Dust all vertical horizontal surfaces, sweep, vacuum carpet, spot clean walls as needed. Collect and dispose of trash/recycling. Wet/dry mop floors, clean/disinfect restrooms, restock supplies, polish stainless/chrome, spot clean glass/mirrors. Spot clean upholstery and other duties as needed. Be able to use a computer for emails, calendar, eLeave and evaluations. All duties are interchangeable and required as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of job-related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 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

• Knowledge of custodial procedures and techniques. Comprehensive understanding of cleaning methods, materials, equipment, and products used in custodial work.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulations. Familiarity MSD sheets, and other safety protocols related to custodial work.
• Knowledge of supervisory practices.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of employee supervision, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of inventory control. Understanding of inventory management for cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Skill of leadership and management. Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team of custodial staff effectively.
• Skill of communication. Strong verbal and written communication skills for interaction with staff, management, and other stakeholders. Ability to communicate to a bilingual staff.
• Skill problem-solving. Skilled in identifying issues, developing solutions, and implementing corrective actions efficiently.
• Skill in time management. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and ensure timely completion of custodial duties.
• Skill in customer service. Proficiency in providing excellent customer service to building occupants and responding to their needs promptly.
• Ability of attention to Detail. Ability to notice and address cleanliness and maintenance issues promptly.
• Ability of physical stamina. Capability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Adaptability. Ability to adjust to changing schedules, tasks, and environments.
• Ability of team collaboration. Ability to work well within a team and foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability of technical proficiency. Competence in using custodial equipment and technology, such as automated cleaning machines and ARCHIBUS.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Five years custodial experience. Bilingual. Able to work well with others in a professional, respectful manner. Ensure prompt customer service. Supervise, train, schedule and monitor staff. Ensure staff compliance to requirements. Perform any task assigned by Manager, complete all required paperwork on time and promote teamwork among staff. Be able to lift 40 lbs. Supervisory experience a plus.

Job Duties

• Performs routine supervisory work including clerical responsibilities such as generating electronic documents, emailing, and basic computation.
• Responsible for daily sign in of keys.
• Assists in establishing goals and objectives for team through performance management system.
• Assists in developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals.
• Supervises and assigns the work of others as well as performs all custodial and floor care work as needed in order to ensure completeness.
• Assists with maintaining time sheets for the group of employees assigned.
• Maintains supplies and equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuums, mops, disaster water and supplies) for the purpose of ensuring the required items are available as needed to perform cleaning functions and safety.
• Performs regular routine quality inspections. Responsible for floor care schedules and work orders of assigned buildings.
• Assists Custodial Foreperson with custodial supplies and equipment as well as custodial inventory management.

Physical Requirements

• 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.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Environmental Hazards

• Work with toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 4:30pm -1 am Some weekends/holidays required as needed. This is an essential worker position and irregular work hours may also be required during extreme weather conditions.

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

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

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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.