Custodial Worker

Maintenance Support Staff

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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Staff - Skilled Labor

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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Department:

AREC | Maintenance Support

Summary of Job Duties:

This position is responsible for general cleaning of areas in and around office buildings and laboratories, conference rooms, building common areas, grounds around these buildings and other areas as required. The job duties will include vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, dusting, and emptying small office trash cans as well as large trash cans. This position will be responsible for using carpet and floor cleaning equipment. The custodial worker will be responsible for cleaning commodes, sinks, water fountains, etc. This position will also be responsible for snow/ice removal during winter months. This position will have a regular defined work schedule; however, on occasional event days this position will adjust work hours to fit the event. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma. Preferred Qualifications At least one year of custodial work experience in a commercial/corporate industry Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques • Knowledge of cleaning equipment operation and maintenance • Ability to follow instructions and perform repetitive manual work • Ability to use cleansers and other agents • Ability to clean floors and furniture • Ability to use housekeeping cleaning supplies and equipment • Ability to work independently without close supervision • Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions • Ability to perform multiple tasks and to prioritize assignments • Ability to perform repetitive manual work • Ability to do required lifting (up to 50 lbs)

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Tommy View email address on click.appcast.io

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.Required checks are identified in the position listing.A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Standing, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching

Occasional Physical Activity:

Climbing, Crouching, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Benefits Eligible:

Yes