Building/Grounds Attendant (5:00pm-2:00am)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a maintenance/custodial professional in Lincoln, NE. You will repair and perform minor maintenance on equipment and assist with tasks around buildings and grounds, including snow removal and janitorial duties.

This role requires reading cleaning instructions, handling chemicals safely, and strong organizational and communication skills. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma with 1 year in commercial trades or maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 1 year of commercial trades/maintenance experience.
• General knowledge in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Ability to read cleaning chemicals and dilution ratios.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Preferred: Associate's degree in a relevant trades field.
• Preferred: One year of custodial experience.

Responsibilities

• Repair and perform minor preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Perform duties around buildings and grounds, including light bulb changes and fixture cleaning.
• Assist maintenance personnel and other workers with tasks or projects.
• Perform building snow removal as required.
• Housekeeping and janitorial duties to maintain offices, restrooms, and public areas.
• Mix cleaning solutions to appropriate strength; remove trash from areas.
• Set up and strike room configurations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Carpentry knowledge

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Associate's degree in a relevant trades field

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

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Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

Working Title

Department

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_250377

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 06/04/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 11/04/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

Repairs and performs minor preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment. Performs a variety of duties in and around buildings and grounds. Performs assignments such as light bulb change and fixture and equipment cleaning, painting, carpentry: assists maintenance personnel and other workers with their tasks or projects. Perform building snow removal as required. Performs housekeeping and janitorial duties to maintain offices, restrooms and public areas in a clean and orderly condition. Mixes cleaning solutions to appropriate strength. Removes trash from offices and lobby areas. Perform room set ups and strikes. Follows established routine. Ability to read and understand cleaning instructions and information. Other duties as assigned.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications

High school plus one year commercial trades/maintenance experience or equivalency. General knowledge in a variety of skilled trades areas including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. Ability to understand cleaning chemicals and their application and dilution ratios. Experience must demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree in a relevant trades field. One year of custodial experience.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required

Physical Required Yes

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Office/Service

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

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• * Please detail your commercial trades/maintenance experience, including years of experience.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please detail your general knowledge in a variety of skilled trades areas including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please detail your organizational and communication skills.

  (Open Ended Question)