Building Attendant-1

University of Texas at Austin; Port Aransas (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin – Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas, TX is seeking two Building Attendant positions to maintain cleanliness, safety, and daily operations across campus facilities including classrooms, laboratories, housing and public spaces.

Two attendants are needed to meet ongoing custodial needs, support events and housing turnovers, and ensure adequate coverage during absences and peak workload periods. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Be able to use basic janitorial equipment.
• Must be willing to learn, take directions, and have attention to detail.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand or walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sweep, mop, dust, scrub floors, restrooms and common areas.
• Set up meeting spaces and assist with housing turnovers.
• Keep storerooms stocked with supplies.
• Monitor event schedules and assist in coordinating department activities.
• Report repair needs to supervisor; assist with floor care as needed.

Skills

Basic janitorial equipment

Attention to detail

Lift 50 lbs

Stand/walk long periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Building Attendant-1

Hiring Department:

Marine Science Institute

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Oct 14, 2027

Location:

PORT ARANSAS, TX

Job Details:

General Notes

This position will serve as custodial at the Marine Science Institute at The University of Texas. This position is located in Port Aransas, Texas.

There are two available spots for this role.

Purpose

The Marine Science Institute is requesting two Building Attendant positions to maintain cleanliness, safety, and daily operations across campus facilities, including classrooms, laboratories, offices, housing, and public spaces. Two attendants are necessary to meet ongoing custodial needs, support events and housing turnovers, address maintenance concerns, and ensure adequate coverage during absences and peak workload periods.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sweep, mop, dust, scrub tile work, scrub floors, clean (sweep) stairwells, hallways, clean and detail restrooms, porches, ramps, patios. General cleaning.
• Participate in the preparation of meeting areas for public programs and other student and faculty functions. Assist in setting up for receptions, meetings & banquets. Clean up and removal of setups as well. Assist in preparing short-term housing (dorms) and long-term housing.
• Keep all store rooms stocked with all supplies
• Keep up with reservation schedules of your department. Checking computer program for events in your department
• Report any repair work needed immediately to your supervisor.
• Occasionally stripping, sealing and waxing of floors.
• Other related duties assigned as needed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Be able to use basic janitorial equipment, including but not limited to: vacuums, floor buffers, high-speed burnishers
• Must be willing to learn, take directions, and have attention to detail
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time

Preferred Qualifications

• At least a year of custodial experience
• Texas TABC and Texas food handlers card

Driving Required

This job requires a class “C” operator’s driver’s license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range

• $34,000

Working Conditions

• Work is mainly independent, some team jobs
• Work in institutional buildings, offices, labs
• Will need to climb ladders and stairs
• Will be exposed to general cleaning chemicals
• Gloves, masks, face shields provided

Work Shift

• M-F (7am - 4pm)
• Occasional overtime is required
• occasional nights or weekend work is required

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.