Custodial (Continuous Recruitment)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus

Retention bonus

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Custodian in Oshkosh, WI, performing custodial duties across academic and administrative spaces, residence halls, and dining services.

Training is provided in safety procedures, with opportunities for sign-on and retention bonuses. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, operating power equipment, and supporting safety protocols while delivering reliable custodial services in a busy university environment.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications include strong attention to detail and the ability to assess workload, troubleshoot problems, and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills are needed, plus the ability to work independently or as part of a custodial team.
• Must pass a pre-work screen to confirm ability to perform essential physical functions.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entities.
• Keeps supply areas organized, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies as needed.
• Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs.
• Uses basic cleaning equipment to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste.
• Maintains walkways free of debris, snow, and ice.

Skills

Attention to detail

Workload assessment

Customer service

Verbal and written instructions

Interpersonal communication

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Read chemical labels

Pre-work screen

WI driver license

Flexibility

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any ofthe Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply throughthe internal application process.

Position Title

Custodial (Continuous Recruitment)

Job Category

University Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Custodian

Job Duties

Custodians at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh performindividual and/or group custodial duties in academic andadministrative buildings, residence halls and dining services,operate and maintain power equipment to include, but not limitedto: vacuums (upright, backpack, tank, wet/dry, portable),shampooers (upholstery, extraction, bonneting), floor scrubbers,floor buffers, pressure washers, snow blowers and variousaccessories for the above machines, and are exposed to a variety ofcleaning solutions and chemicals, and may come in contact withblood-borne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.Training is provided in department standards, the proper cleaningmethods, equipment operation and the use of safety procedures andprotective equipment. Duties include, but are not limited to,cleaning of bathrooms and showers, lobbies, entrances, elevators,lodging rooms, classrooms, offices, hallways, stairwells, landings,pool area, gyms, handball courts, weight rooms, locker rooms,meeting rooms, pre-function areas, etc.

UWO is now offering sign‑on bonuses for new Custodial and Grounds employees! Recruitment Bonus of $1,000 ($500 for part‑time) will beawarded after successful completion of 180‑day Probation Period (6month)! Retention Bonus of $1,000 ($500 for part‑time) will beawarded after successful completion of 1-year EmploymentAnniversary!

Key Job Responsibilities

• Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entities
• Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies as needed
• Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs
• Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables
• Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice

Department

Custodial

Compensation

$15.00/hr

Required Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to assess workload, troubleshoot problems, andprioritize tasks
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Ability to perform physical labor throughout work hours,including heavy lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, stooping, twistingand other motions with or without accommodation
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of acustodial team
• Ability to understand and utilize safety regulations to performwork in a safe manner at all times, utilizing safety and personalprotective equipment
• Ability to read/understand chemical labels/signs and/orpictures
• Must pass a pre-work screen to ensure the ability to performessential physical functions of the position with or withoutaccommodations
• Some assignments require the ability to obtain a WI Driver’sLicense and authorization to drive a University vehicle uponhire
• Employees are expected to be flexible in the performance oftheir job functions and to communicate respectfully with students,co-workers, supervisors and other University staff,may be asked towork hours in excess of the normal shift and after-hours call-ins,including occasional weekend and holiday hours

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior custodial experience

Legal Notices

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CBC & Reference Check Policy

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre‑employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization

Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H‑1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UWO Oshkosh is not an e‑verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

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EEO Statement

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.