Academic Custodian

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, ND is seeking a custodial staff member to perform cleaning, upkeep, and work order creation for campus buildings. The role supports seven-day coverage as needed, with weekend hours and after-hours callbacks.

Responsibilities include floor care, window and surface cleaning, rest room sanitation, waste collection, and basic equipment maintenance. Applicants must meet the minimum education requirement and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• HS/ GED or equivalent experience.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
• Compliance with US work eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and floor finish renewal.
• Wash windows, blinds, mirrors, walls, doors, and woodwork.
• Clean and dust furniture, fixtures, and appliances.
• Disinfect restrooms in public/residential areas.
• Ensure paper supplies are stocked in all dispensers.
• Collect and dispose of waste and recyclables.
• May perform power washing and snow removal; operate snow blower if needed.
• Report maintenance and equipment issues to proper personnel.
• Move and arrange furniture for events or departments.

Skills

Communication

Diversity teamwork

Decision making

Training

Education

HS/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

AiM or work orders

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• $35,360.00 Annual, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 40 hours per week, available shifts/work weeks:
  • Monday–Friday 5:00am - 1:30pm, or
  • Tuesday–Saturday 5:00am - 1:30pm
• This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus

Purpose of Position

This position is responsible for performing custodial work required for the cleaning, upkeep and creating work orders for buildings. They may move furniture and equipment; collect waste, paper, and recycling materials; and perform other custodial duties as required.
All Facilities Management positions are subject to callbacks seven day a week, 24 hours a day. Weekend work as required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, shampooing, and renewing floor finishes.
• Washing windows, blinds, mirrors, walls, doors, and woodwork.
• Cleaning and dusting furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, appliances, and related furnishings.
• Cleaning and disinfecting rest room in public and /or residential areas.
• Maintaining a continuous supply of paper in all dispensers.
• Collecting and picking up waste and recyclable materials, both inside and outside of buildings.
• May perform power washing, leaf removal, moving snow and may be required to operate a snow blower.
• Performs minor repairs to equipment.
• Responsible for reporting minor and major maintenance and equipment issues to appropriate personnel.
• Removal of snow from sidewalks, cleaning gutters, drains spouts, and grounds outside.
• Moving and setting up furniture and equipment for events or departments.
• Locking and unlocking doors main building doors as required.
• Will submit supply requests and work orders.
• Responsible for submitting timely leave requests to management.
• Responsible for checking and reading University email account on a regular basis.

Required Competencies

• Requires the ability to interact and communicate with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers.
• Ability to work in a diverse workforce. Must be able to communicate effectively and follow directives.
• Ability to comprehend and follow directives. Requires sound decision-making skills.
• The ability to understand and complete necessary training for the job classification.

Minimum Requirements

• HS/ GED OR equivalent experience
• Successful Completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Driver’s license.
• Basic Microsoft Office computer experience.
• Experience with cleaning equipment.
• Experience with AiM or other work order systems.