Custodian II

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Paid maternity and parental leave

Job summary

The Custodian II position at the University of Michigan involves supporting Custodian I duties using a team cleaning system, including backpack vacuums and floor care equipment.

The role requires high school completion, strong communication, and the ability to work in various building areas with attention to detail and safety in mind.

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 backpack vacuum weighing between 13-20 pounds for up to 8 hours a day.
• Strong floor care skills.
• Ability to clean/maintain areas located at various positions, including off-floor areas and around obstacles.
• Must be able to perform all duties in the job classification with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Performs all Custodian I duties using our team cleaning system and backpack vacuum.
• Operates mechanical cleaning and scrubbing equipment, strips and waxes floors, and maintains entrance areas.

Skills

Communication

Stamina

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Backpack vacuum

Cleaning equipment

Job description

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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.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Job Summary

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.

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.

Responsibilities*

The CustodianII performs all Custodian I job dutiesusing our team cleaning system, whichincludes the use of a backpack vacuum weighing between 13-20 pounds. In addition, the Custodian II operates mechanical cleaning and scrubbing equipment, strips and waxes floor surfaces, and maintains entrance area by performing such duties as sweeping, salting, and shoveling snow as required.

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 backpack vacuum weighing between 13-20 pounds for up to 8 hours a day.
• Strong floor care skills.
• 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 perform all duties in the job classification with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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

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

The work schedule for this job opening is Monday - Friday, 3:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Additional Information

Facilities and Operations 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 checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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.