CUSTODIAN II

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, and vision

2:1 Retirement match

Job summary

University of Michigan is seeking a Unit Custodian to perform routine and detailed cleaning tasks in a hospital setting. The role requires physical endurance to handle long shifts, ladder-use for interior cleaning, and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include cleaning furniture, fixtures, mirrors, restrooms, and floors, as well as reporting repairs and maintaining supply inventories. The position supports patient care areas and requires teamwork within a unionized environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English is required.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Clean and polish furniture, fixtures, and furnishings.
• Clean toilet rooms and fixtures; dust blinds and surfaces.
• Move and arrange furniture; replace curtains when needed.
• Transport waste materials to central location; maintain supplies inventory.
• Open/close buildings and operate lights/equipment; perform daily cleaning tasks.

Skills

Team player

Read and write English

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Hospital environment experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Aresume is required for consideration for this position. Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.

Mission Statement

The University of Michigan Health System improves the health of patients, populations, and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally, and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components: patient care, education, and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

Duties including but not limited to:

• Clean and polish furniture, cases, fixtures and furnishings.
• Clean mirrors, interior surfaces of exterior glass, and both sides of interior glass using a step ladder as needed.
• Clean toilet rooms and fixtures.
• Dust venetian blinds while standing on the floor or a step ladder.
• Spot wash walls to remove such items as splash marks around sinks and fingerprints around light switches.
• Make beds and change linen.
• Change or replace shower or cubicle curtains while standing on floor or step ladder.
• Collect and transport waste materials to central location.
• Report items in need of repair.
• Sweep and/or dust mop floors and stairways.
• Wet mop rooms and small areas of floor or stairs to clean up such items as spilled liquid or food.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies in accordance with specific instructions.
• Open or lock buildings or rooms.
• Turn on and off lights and equipment.
• Replace burnt-out incandescent light bulbs while standing on the floor or a step ladder.
• Move and arrange furniture and furnishings.
• Collect and transport soiled linen to central locations.
• Clean assigned area or work and equipment.
• Wet mop floors and stairways, including carpeted areas.
• Hand mop areas inaccessible to mechanical floor cleaning equipment.
• Operate walk-behind equipment used for routine floor cleaning.
• Operate touch-free spray/vacuum cleaning equipment.

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to perform a wide range of physical activities, including pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, etc
• Must not have any type of lifting restrictions.
• Must be able to work around sick and disabled patients (children and adults) within a hospital setting.
• Must be a team player, able to prioritize work and be able to handle stress on a daily basis.
• Must be able to perform all tasks listed on the Unit Custodian Classification Description.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000employees, and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time and for any reason throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

This position is 40hoursDays / Sunday-Thursday/ 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

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.

University of Michigan Health System conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of five calendar days. The review and selection process maybegin as early as the sixth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled at any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.