Custodian Lead - 2nd Shift

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Milwaukee (WI)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 29,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee is seeking a Custodian Lead for the 2nd shift in the UWM Student Union. The role oversees custodial staff, implements cleaning plans, and trains team members in proper methods and equipment use.

Hours are 2:30PM - 11PM Monday - Friday, with potential schedule changes based on operations. Candidates should have customer service experience and custodial leadership background, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

  • Must have customer service experience.
  • Experience using custodial cleaning tools (carpet cleaners, auto scrubbers, rotary scrubbers, washing machines).
  • Ability to move furniture.
  • Ability to stand/walk 8 hours per day.
  • Lift 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Custodial supervision or leadership experience in an office or school setting.
  • Availability to work weekend shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Lead custodial staff and implement work plans; check work performed and assist with training.
  • Supervise and train staff on proper cleaning methods and equipment operation.
  • Respond to facility emergencies and hazardous situations; escalate per policy.
  • Monitor and secure facility entrances and report issues to appropriate entities.
  • Schedule, monitor, and communicate with staff and assist with basic training.

Skills

Customer service
Leadership experience

Tools

Custodial cleaning tools

Job description

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Position Title:

Custodian Lead - 2nd Shift


Job Category:

University Staff


Employment Type:

Regular


Job Profile:

Custodian Lead


Job Duties:

Under the direction of a Custodial Services Supervisor, this position facilitates work performed by a staff of custodians. The Custodian Lead will implement work plans, check work performed, and assist with training and instruction on proper cleaning methods and safe operation of all equipment. Hours for this position are 2:30PM - 11PM Monday - Friday, which may change in accordance with operational need.


Key Job Responsibilities:

  • Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs

  • Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies as needed

  • Responds to facility emergency and hazardous situations, and escalates incidents according to established policies and procedures

  • Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entities

  • Schedules, monitors, and communicates with staff and assists with basic training

  • Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables

  • Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice

Department:

UWM Student Union


Compensation:

$19-$21/hour


Required Qualifications:

  • Customer service experience

  • Experience using and maintaining custodial cleaning tools: carpet cleaners, auto scrubbers, all types of rotary scrubbers, washing machines

  • Ability to move furniture

  • Ability to stand/walk 8 hours per day

  • Lift 10 pounds frequently and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds unassisted

  • Custodial supervision or leadership experience in an office or school setting

  • Availability to work weekend shifts on an as-needed basis

Preferred Qualifications:

  • One or more years leadership or supervision in a high traffic facility

Contact Information:

For questions please reach out to:


Luke Messmann


MessmanL@uwm.edu


HR Coordinator


Reasonable Accommodations

Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.


Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWMis a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law.UWMwill not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of \"final candidates\" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.


CBCand Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check.UWMtakes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.


Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For theUWMAnnual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, seehttp://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.


Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.


UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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