Custodian II, University Housing & Dining

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability to read, write and follow instructions.

• One year of custodial or related experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and characteristics of surfaces to be cleaned, and equipment and supplies required.

• Ability to move furniture and objects in preparation for cleaning; to load and unload trash receptacles; to operate safely and properly care for power machinery; to use arm muscles in hand cleaning, mopping, and scrubbing for protracted periods of time; to work on ladders.

• Knowledge of proper bending and lifting techniques and ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.

• Ability to work in a variety of environments including crowded public areas and high and low temperature areas.

• Knowledge of the safe use of chemical cleaning agents and possible hazards relating to environmental sanitation.

• Ability to lead, train and motivate employees.

• Ability to write and maintain routing records and reports such as employee attendance, supply usage, and repairs needed.

• Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.

• Experience performing labor-intensive work in a residence hall, apartment complex, hotel, hospital, nursing home, or similar residential facility.

• Customer service experience.

• Interest in and the ability to learn basic computer and keyboarding skills; including the ability to access and draft email correspondence and the ability to manage electronic time accruals and personal absence requests.  Previous experience highly desired.

• Experience working in a diverse work environment.

• Ability to exhibit a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Application Details:

In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.  Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.  Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.