3rd Shift Custodian

The University of Vermont; Burlington, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking a Custodian for campus facilities. You will perform custodial cleaning in a team setting, maintain floors, and ensure a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities include cleaning water fountains and waste receptacles, washing windows, and responding to after-hours emergencies as part of on-call duties. A valid driver's license is required, and a 3rd shift may apply with differential.

Qualifications

• Elementary school education required.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Lifts up to 50 lbs and pushes/pulls up to 50 lbs.
• Initial employment contingent upon physical screening and background check.
• Commitment to diversity, sustainability and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial cleaning in a team setting across campus facilities.
• Clean water fountains, waste receptacles and wash windows.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for living, learning and working.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as on-call.
• May operate a University vehicle.

Skills

Custodial cleaning

Safety-conscious

Customer service

Teamwork

On-call readiness

Education

Elementary school education

Job description

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Perform variety of custodial cleaning services, in a team setting to buildings in support of University facilities. Clean and maintain floor surfaces using approved supplies, chemicals and equipment. Clean water fountains, clean waste receptacles, wash windows. Maintain safe and clean living, learning and work environment. Remove trash and recycled items. Required to be on-call to respond to after-hours emergencies. Comply with all policies and procedures. May operate a University vehicle. This position requires active engagement in learning and practicing principles of social justice and inclusion, environmental sustainability, and delivering great customer service. Under the direct supervision of the Custodial Supervisor, support our department’s mission, "providing the University with a clean, safe, and healthy environment in which to live, learn and work."

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Elementary school education required. Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one and driver’s check may be required. Lifting up to 50 lbs. and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. occasionally required, specific physical requirements may apply based on specific job functions. Initial employment contingent upon successful completion of physical screening and background check. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability and delivering exceptional value and great experience to customers.

Desirable Qualifications

Competency in conversational English desirable

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $18.50 minimum hourly rate

Other Information

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Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), 3rd Shift (Shift differential applies.), This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position, A post-offer pre-employment (POPE test) physical examination is required

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UE ($18.50 minimum hourly rate)

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

06/25/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Posting Number

S6169PO

Department

Department Custodial Services/11508

Position Number

00020821

Percent of Full-Time

1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

40

Term (months per year)

12

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