Custodian Lead

University of Wisconsin; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Custodian Lead to ensure cleanliness and maintenance across its campus facilities. This role involves daily cleaning tasks, training new staff, and overseeing custodial operations to meet high standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of custodial methods and safety procedures, alongside the physical capability to handle demanding tasks. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers competitive benefits, including flexible health insurance and retirement plans. If you are passionate about maintaining a clean and safe environment, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Flexible health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Retirement system vesting after 5 years

Qualifications

• Knowledge of custodial methods and tools is essential.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks regularly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with custodial coverage in various campus buildings.
• Train new employees and plan assignments for adequate coverage.

Skills

Knowledge of custodial methods and tools

Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation procedures

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to perform physical tasks

Knowledge of safety precautions

Ability to operate cleaning equipment

Communication skills

Ability to learn software and email functions

Tools

Industrial vacuum cleaners

Carpet extractors

Electric floor buffers

Job description

Residence Life is seeking applications to fill a Custodian Lead position. This position is designed to assist with custodial coverage on the UW-La Crosse campus in academic buildings, residence halls or university centers. This position is responsible for daily cleaning including dusting, mopping, trash removal, and minor repair of equipment. In addition, this position will assist with moving projects which requires the ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Custodian Lead positions assist the Custodial Services Supervisors in training new employees, planning assignments for adequate coverage and inspecting campus buildings to ensure established cleaning standards are met. Specific duties, areas of responsibility, work hours and schedule are assigned on a position by position basis.

Position Type

Position Type: Staff/Administrative

Pay Basis

Pay Basis: Hourly

FLSA

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Contingent Upon Funding

No

Is this position eligible for employment sponsorship?

No

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of the methods, tools, supplies and equipment utilized in a comprehensive custodial operation.
• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to repeatedly push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms above shoulder level; requires considerable movement of the arms, twisting and bending of the back.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges for trash removal from the buildings and also snow and ice removal from entrances.
• Must have sufficient physical strength and flexibility to lift and pour 5-gallon containers of chemicals, to empty buckets and to remove garbage, trash, and recycling from the buildings.
• Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit to perform essential job functions for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to observe and react to hazards and changing conditions in the work environment (e.g., wet floors, broken glass, member or other person in need of assistance, etc.)
• Ability to read work instructions and schedules, warning signs, and labels.
• Ability to retain and carry out multiple work assignments.
• Knowledge of basic safety precautions including use of caustic and toxic chemicals, methods of lifting heavy objects, safe work clothing and coverings, and the use of personal protection equipment.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as industrial vacuum cleaners and carpet extractors, and electric floor buffers.
• Ability to wear protective equipment, i.e. respirator, breathing apparatus, hearing, or eye protection, etc.
• Ability and willingness to learn, maintain and enhance use of computer software and e-mail functions.
• Must obtain or have the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license and the certification to drive a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and ability to work in a lead capacity.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to comply with all University of Wisconsin Systems Work Rules including safe work procedures.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to repeatedly push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms above shoulder level; requires considerable movement of the arms, twisting and bending of the back.
• Must have sufficient physical strength and flexibility to lift and pour 5-gallon containers of chemicals, to empty buckets and to remove garbage, trash, and recycling from the buildings.
• Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit to perform essential job functions for the duration of the shift.

Working Conditions and Environment

• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges for trash removal from the buildings and also snow and ice removal from entrances.

Information about your Benefits

Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. Highlights include:

• paid vacation for 12-month positions.
• excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
• paid holidays and sick days.
• after 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
• benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.

Benefit eligibility is determined at point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

AA/EO Statement

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply.

Position Contact

Position Contact Name: Jonathan Henry, Custodial Supervisor

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