Janitorial and Carpet Cleaning

CustodianUnder the direction and working in concert with the Environmental Services Supervisor, and custodian lead, the custodian cleans facilities, removes waste and recycling, and monitors building security and safety by performing such tasks as unlocking/locking entrance doors. Takes initiative and direct action to ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in assigned areas.This position is not eligible for hybrid work and requires 100% onsite work.Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needsMaintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and iceUtilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclablesMonitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entitiesMaintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies as neededDepartment: Facilities, Planning and Management is committed to promoting respect and civility in the workplace. Our staff serves as role models by practicing exemplary behaviors when working with customers, fellow faculty and staff members, students, and visitors. The mission of the department is to provide a safe, sustainable, and accessible physical environment that supports learning, research, working, living, and recreation. The organization supports the academic and strategic objectives of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with commitment and pride in everything they do.Compensation: $16.32 an hourRequired Qualifications:General knowledge of cleaningAbility to move furniturePreferred Qualifications:Previous cleaning experience in a college or university setting.Documented experience using scrubbing machinesDocumented experiencing using buffing machinesDocumented experience using carpet cleaning machinesPossess a valid Wisconsin Driver's license (or other such valid operator's permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation) and be able to meet or exceed the minimum requirements for driving on state business as detailed here: to be on-call (generally scheduled in advance).High school diploma or equivalentHow to Apply:Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of 08/03/2026. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by 08/02/2026. Applications submitted after 08/03/2026 may not be reviewed.Questions can be sent to Emily Jensen (View email address on click.appcast.io)