Building Attendant-1

The University of Texas at Austin; Port Aransas (TX); Sur place; USD 31 000 - 37 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking two Building Attendants to maintain cleanliness, safety, and daily operations at the Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas, Texas. Two positions ensure coverage for custodial needs, events, and housing turnovers.

Responsibilities include general cleaning, setup for meetings and public programs, and maintaining stocked supply rooms. Must lift up to 50 lbs and be able to stand for long periods; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Willing to learn, take directions, and have attention to detail.

Responsabilités

• Clean, sweep, mop, dust, scrub tile work, scrub floors, clean stairwells, hallways and restrooms.
• General cleaning across facilities; prepare meeting areas.
• Assist in setting up for receptions, meetings and banquets; housing turnovers.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Willing to learn

Physical stamina

Lift 50 lbs

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Vacuum cleaners

Floor buffers

High-speed burnishers

Basic janitorial equipment

Description du poste

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.

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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.

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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.

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