Custodian

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Custodian Job Category: University Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Custodian Job Duties: Position Summary: Cleans residence hall facilities, removes waste and recycling, and monitors building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours. Ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in assigned areas. The mission of the Department of Residence Life is to create residential communities where students live civilly, learn effectively and discover success. Job Responsibilities Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables Maintain sanitary conditions in all assigned restrooms, hallways and lounge areas Maintain lobby and entryways daily Clean during semester and summer breaks Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entities Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies as needed Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice Completes minor maintenance requests as needed Supports general maintenance and repair of facilities Key Job Responsibilities: Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables Maintain sanitary conditions in all assigned restrooms, hallways and lounge areas Maintain lobby and entryways daily Clean during semester and summer breaks Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entities Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies as needed Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice Completes minor maintenance requests as needed Supports general maintenance and repair of facilities Department: Residence Life Required Qualifications: Demonstrated experience with effective communication skills with supervisors, co-workers, and students Ability to perform basic computer tasks including submit time through online system, submitting work orders online, and checking email Experience organizing work tasks in a logical and effective manner Recognize safety concerns and adhere to safety procedures Recognize and communicate building problems and concerns Ability to use or learn to use various custodial equipment Demonstrated ability to use or learn to use cleaning and miscellaneous chemicals Ability to read and follow instructions Proven experience working independently or as part of a group Perform manual labor including lifting 50 pounds or more Ability to pass essential job function screening Must be able to respond to issues in the residence halls that require an employee to be called after regular working hours Benefits Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 7.20%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. 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