Custodian

Title: Custodian Employee Classification: Custodian Campus: University of North Texas Division: UNT-Student Affairs SubDivision-Department: UNT-Housing Department: UNT-Housing-Custodial-163801 Job Location: Denton Salary: $31,200 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. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at Department Summary UNT Housing Custodial Services prides itself on providing an exceptionally clean and sanitary environment for students, faculty and visitors to our campus. While UNT strives to be a sustainable University and has many green products the ability to work around all chemicals is a prerequisite of the job. Position Overview This positions purpose is to serve as a custodian for the Department of Housing and Residence Life. This position is considered essential for the department. The custodian will maintain a standard of cleanliness, sanitation, safety and standard of excellence in all assigned buildings (Residence Halls, Dining Areas, and Other Buildings). 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 Clean and sanitize by sweeping, mopping, striping, waxing, and buffing areas in assigned buildings (Residence Halls, Dining Areas, and Other Auxiliary Buildings) including moving furniture for cleaning purposes. Remove trash and other waste from buildings on a scheduled basis. Follow all standards provided by supervisory leadership and complete tasks within assigned time frame. Communicate with custodial supervisors daily. Report inappropriate actions, injuries, safety and related matters. Other duties as assigned by Supervisory Leadership or Community Director. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds. Operating machinery and/or power tools. Environmental Hazards Exposure to fumes or airborne particles. Work with toxic or caustic chemicals. Work Schedule Monday - Friday 6am - 2:30pm; occasional evenings and weekends as necessary for events/emergencies Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Benefits 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. 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