CUSTODIAN I

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious institution as a Custodian I, where your role is vital in maintaining a clean and safe environment for students and staff. This position involves performing essential custodial duties, utilizing various cleaning equipment, and ensuring that the facilities remain in excellent condition. You'll be part of a dedicated team that plays a critical role in supporting the university's mission. The University of Michigan values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, generous time off, and a commitment to fostering a diverse workforce. If you are looking for a meaningful job that contributes to a greater cause, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous time off

Retirement plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Paid maternity and parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties including cleaning restrooms and offices.
• Operate equipment for routine maintenance and snow removal.

Skills

Effective Communication

Physical Stamina

Snow Removal

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Backpack Vacuum

Power Washers

Upholstery Cleaning Machines

Job description

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Custodian I performs all custodial duties using our team cleaning system, including the use of a 13-20 pound backpack vacuum. The basic custodial duties include cleaning restrooms, picking up debris on floors, cleaning offices, and all areas of the building.

This position operates equipment used for routine maintenance work including but not limited to power washers, upholstery and carpet spot cleaning machines, and counter rotating brush carpet pile lifters.

Custodial and Grounds staff are considered critical employees which means, in the event of a University of Michigan emergency reduction in operations, including a public health emergency, suspension of academic classes, or during weather-related reductions in operations, the Director of Custodial and Grounds Services has designated this position as critical. The work this department performs allows for the continuance of patient care, student housing, animal husbandry, utility distribution, snow removal, debris removal, and other critical infrastructure support.

Who We Are

Custodial Services provides cleaning services to University of Michigan administrative and academic buildings on the Ann Arbor campus. We service over 13 million square feet of floor space in over 250 buildings. Building Services employs over 400 people consisting of custodial, pest management, support, administrative and managerial staff.

Our mission is to maintain the facilities to provide a sanitary, safe and pleasant environment for the University of Michigan's students, faculty, staff, and guests.

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care—that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Required Qualifications*

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to effectively communicate with and follow instructions from co-workers, supervisors, customers, and facility managers.
• Ability to wear a 13-20 pound backpack vacuum for up to 8 hours a day.
• Ability to effectively clean/maintain areas that are located in various positions, including several feet off the floor, close to the floor, and under/around obstacles.
• Must be able to remove snow from building entranceways using shovels and other tools.
• Must be able to perform all duties in the job classification with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Schedule

Various shifts are available.

Additional Information

Facilities and Operations seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

F&O is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.