Custodian

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, 3.5 weeks + holidays + sick

Health plan options starting after 2+1

Pension with 7.2% employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Well Wisconsin Wellness Program

Employee assistance program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Fitness center and free parking

Job summary

Department of Health Services (DHS) – Central Wisconsin Center (CWC) seeks a full-time Custodian to perform cleaning and maintenance duties in a residential care setting. The role includes operating cleaning equipment, floor stripping/sealing, and snow removal, with a starting wage of $18.72/hour plus a night and weekend differential.

A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered for new state employees, with a 12-month probation.

Qualifications

• Ability to work scheduled hours as needed, which may include weekends, holidays, early morning or early evenings, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions, and able to accept work assignment changes as needed.
• Ability to follow proper safety standards when using chemical cleaning agents.
• Ability to use cleaning tools and appropriate sanitizing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks at Central Wisconsin Center.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as automatic scrubbers, sweepers, wall washers, vacuums and carpet cleaners.
• Strip and seal floors; clean toilets, showers and furniture; shovel snow; replace light bulbs.
• Work 8-hour shifts; may require rotating days off and weekends; shift currently 2:00pm-10:30pm.

Job description

Introduction

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Central Wisconsin Center (CWC) is recruiting for a full-time Custodian. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available!

CWC provides short-term and long-term residential services to assist people living with intellectual disabilities in acquiring the personal skills needed to reach their highest potential. CWC is located at 317 Knutson Drive on the north side of Madison.

CWC is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS.

We offer a team-oriented atmosphere and our workers love what they do. But don’t take our word for it. Hear from our employees.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.
• CWC also has a 24/7 fitness center, free parking, and is on the Madison Metro bus route.

PM positions are available

These positions work primarily 8-hour shifts and may have rotating days off and some weekends are required. The shift currently available is 2:00pm-10:30pm

Position Summary

As the Custodian, you will be responsible for performing a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks at CWC. Duties include, but are not limited to, operating automatic cleaning equipment, such as automatic scrubbers, sweepers, and wall washers, wet/dry vacuums, and carpet cleaning equipment; stripping and sealing of floors; cleaning of toilets, showers and furniture; shoveling snow; and replacing light bulbs.

Salary Information

The starting salary is $18.72 per hour, plus excellent benefits. There is a $.80 night differential and a $.80 weekend differential, which will be combined for $1.60 when working nights on weekends. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. These positions are in pay schedule and range 03/08.

A $3,000 sign-on bonus applies to those who do not have prior state service in the last five years; who stay with CWC in the position until completing probation. Bonus will be split, $1,500 upon hire and $1,500 after completing probation.

Job Details

All applicants who may be appointed to these positions will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by CWC or medical personnel approved by the center prior to their start date.

These positions have physical requirements which may include but are not limited to lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, climbing, bending, reaching, and twisting. Applicants may be required to pass a physical evaluation to assess these requirements.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have the following:

• Ability to work scheduled hours as needed, which may include weekends, holidays, early morning or early evenings, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions, and able to accept work assignment changes as needed.
• Ability to follow proper safety standards when using chemical cleaning agents.
• Ability to use cleaning tools and appropriate sanitizing procedures.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affidative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s affairs, click here.

For technical assistance and general information, for questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact [e-mail].

Deadline to Apply: The deadline to apply is 11:59pm on September 14.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm.