Custodian (Continuous Recruitment) - 16583

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking dedicated custodial staff to ensure cleanliness and safety across its facilities. This role involves using basic cleaning equipment, maintaining organization, and monitoring facility conditions to create a welcoming environment for students and staff. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and collaboration while interacting with a diverse community. Join a vibrant team at a university that values inclusion and community spirit, offering a chance to contribute to a thriving educational environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers and staff.
• Knowledge of cleaning solutions and commercial cleaning methods.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to various cleaning agents.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes equipment to clean assigned areas and remove waste.
• Monitors and secures facility entrances and reports issues.
• Maintains organization of supply areas and documents inventory.

Skills

Teamwork

Organization

Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Safety compliance

Respectful interaction with diverse backgrounds

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Cleaning solutions

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INTRODUCTION

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater seeks temporary custodial employees.

UW-WHITEWATER CONTINUALLY ACCEPTS UNIVERSITY STAFF TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT (USTE) APPLICATIONS.

Full-time students may not be eligible for University Staff Temporary Employment.

Job Duties

• Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables
• 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
• Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice
  
  

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, staff, and students.
• Independently organize and prioritize workload.
• Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods.
• Knowledge of cleaning solutions and agents.
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and materials.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to disinfectants, cleaning solutions, dust, odors, extreme temperatures, noise, heights, and slippery surfaces.
• Ability to climb stepladder and stairs.
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
• Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
  
  

CAMPUS INFORMATION

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,000 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW has approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

SPECIAL NOTES

The starting hourly rate for this USTE position is 15.00 per hour. Benefits eligibility is contingent on prior work history.

Full-time students may not be eligible for University Staff Temporary Employment

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings is targeted to be implemented mid-2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION

Application materials will be evaluated per needs basis and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262-472-1024 or [e-mail]

For Questions Regarding The Position, Please Contact

Talent Acquisition

Human Resources

[e-mail]

262.472.1024

How To Apply

Only complete application packages will be considered. A complete application includes online submission of the following documents:

• Resume - summary of experience
• One Professional/Supervisory References with contact information
  
  

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