Custodian

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

University of New Mexico is seeking a Custodian to perform custodial tasks in on-campus residence halls. The role involves cleaning, restocking, and maintaining restrooms under supervision, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The position is part-time, on-site at UNM Main Campus in Albuquerque, with a rotating pager standby. Previous custodial experience is not required, but an ability to follow safety procedures and operate cleaning equipment is essential.

Qualifications

• General custodial duties experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check.
• Awareness of safety procedures and ability to follow them.

Responsibilities

• Performs general custodial duties: dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking supplies.
• Maintains and operates custodial equipment; reports equipment needs.
• Empties trash, disposes properly, and secures areas after cleaning.
• May assist or supervise vendors and provide access as needed.
• Rotates pager standby and participates in seasonal tasks as required.

Skills

Verbal instructions

Safety procedures

Vacuum equipment

Cleaning equipment

Hand tools

Heavy lifting

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Less than high school; no previous experience required

Tools

Custodial equipment

Cleaning supplies

Floor care equipment

Job description

Custodian

Summary: Under the supervision of theManager for Facility Operations for Residence Life and Student Housing at the University of New Mexico, and under the direct guidance of the Supervisor of Custodial Services,the Custodianperforms variouscleaning and custodial tasks within the on-campus residence halls.

As UNM Residence Life and Student Housing seeks to promote the academic and personal success of on-campus residents, the Custodian promotes a quality living environment within excellent on-campus facilities on UNM Main Campus. Performs custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms.

This is a part-time position. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.
• Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.
• Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
• Unlocks doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas.
• Reports needs and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels; for positions within on-campus residence halls, responsible for reporting concerns related to on-campusresidents.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Assists in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures.
• Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements.
• May provide vendors with access to areas for cleaning and may answer basic questions. May report issues with vendors to supervisor.
• May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as adjusting furniture, or other similar activities.
• This position will be on a rotation schedule for pager standby.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Please refer to the position description:https://jobdescriptions.unm.edu/detail.php?v&id=V1001

• Ability to understand verbal instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to understand written and verbal communications.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Less than high school; no previous experience required.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Previous experience providing custodial services to a residential living area.
• Experience operating and maintaining custodial equipment.

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department: RLSH Facilities Custodial (215E3)

Employment Type: Staff

Staff Type: Regular - Part-Time

Status: Non-Exempt

Pay: Hourly: $15.00 - $19.30

Benefits Eligible: This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement: As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required: Yes

For Best Consideration Date: 10/23/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive: No

Eligible for Remote Work: No

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.