Custodian, 5pm - 1:30am

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia is seeking a Custodian to maintain cleanliness in offices and public areas on North Grounds. This full‑time position offers $15 per hour with a $2 shift differential plus UVA benefits.

Ideal candidates will have basic housekeeping experience and must work effectively as part of a team. Responsibilities include cleaning and reporting needs for supplies and repairs.

Position requires hands-on work with continual movement, based fully on‑site in Charlottesville, VA.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and cleaning bathrooms.
• Ability to adhere to policies and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in offices, classrooms, and restrooms.
• Report repairs and keep inventory of cleaning supplies.
• May perform minor maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Basic housekeeping experience

Ability to follow procedures

Effective teamwork

Communication skills

Basic computer usage

Job description

The University of Virginia Facilities Management Department offers a career that affords growth opportunities for employees within Facilities Management. We seek Custodian candidates for a Monday‑Friday, 5 p.m.‑1:30 a.m. shift on North Grounds.

Custodians perform exceptional housekeeping services in assigned areas through safe work practices while using proper housekeeping techniques. The position maintains good working relationships with customers, staff, students, and supervisors. The Custodian completes special project work as assigned. They gain increasing efficiency with cleaning techniques, supplies, and equipment.

Basic housekeeping experience, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning carpets, cleaning bathrooms and removal of trash is preferred. Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and directions, as well as adhere to regulatory guidelines in daily work is required. Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are also essential. Basic computer, tablet, and/or smartphone usage and the ability to submit electronic timesheets are also required.

Duties

• Maintain offices, classrooms, restrooms, public areas, or other assigned areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Remove trash, clean bathrooms, wipe down surfaces, dust, vacuum, etc. Apply proper methods and materials. May mix own cleaning solutions.
• Maintain clean and orderly housekeeping closets and equipment and keep inventories of supplies, requesting additional supplies as needed.
• Report all repairs and pest control needs, and any housekeeping‑related violations by residents, guests, or staff.
• May perform minor maintenance tasks, such as changing bulbs, or more complex tasks including operating cleaning equipment such as buffers or waxers.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Some experience with basic housekeeping duties including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning carpets, cleaning bathrooms and removal of trash in a workplace setting is preferred.

This full‑time position starts at $15 per hour, increasing with qualifications and experience. This position qualifies for an additional $2 per hour shift differential.

This is a non‑exempt position with UVA benefits.

Physical Demands

The position requires the use of both hands and repetitive motion while performing duties such as dusting, mopping, etc. The job requires a range of continual movement, including walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting.

Selected candidates will be required to complete all required background checks prior to the first day of employment. The position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on‑site.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.