Custodian Lead (Continuous Recruitment)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus $1,000

Retention bonus $1,000

Sign-on bonus for new staff

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is seeking a Custodian Lead to supervise custodial staff, maintain clean facilities, monitor safety, and respond to custodial emergencies. You will organize supply areas, document inventory, report repairs, and coordinate training and communications with the team.

Compensation starts at $16.50 per hour for this on-site role in Oshkosh, WI. The university offers recruitment and retention bonuses: $1,000 after 180 days (part-time $500) and $1,000 after one year.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to read/understand chemical labels and safety instructions.
• Pass a pre-work screen and occasional driving requirement.

Responsibilities

• Lead custodial staff and coordinate daily cleaning tasks.
• Maintain organization of supply areas and equipment.
• Document inventory and report repairs or pest issues.
• Keep walkways clean and free of debris, snow, and ice.
• Respond to emergencies and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Customer service

Safety compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.

Position Title: Custodian Lead (Continuous Recruitment)

Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Custodian Lead

Job Duties

Cleans institutional facilities, removes waste and recycling, and monitors building security to ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in assigned areas. Leads the custodial work of others and responds to custodial emergencies.

UWO is now offering sign-on bonuses for new Custodial and Grounds employees!

Recruitment Bonus of $1,000 ($500 for part-time) will be awarded after successful completion of 180-day Probation Period (6 month)!

Retention Bonus of $1,000 ($500 for part-time) will be awarded after successful completion of 1-year Employment Anniversary!

Key Job Responsibilities

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


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


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


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


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


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


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

Department: Custodial

Compensation: $16.50/hr

Required Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail


• Ability to assess workload, troubleshoot problems, and prioritize tasks


• Strong customer service skills


• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions


• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills


• Ability to perform physical labor throughout work hours, including heavy lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, stooping, twisting and other motions with or without accommodation


• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a custodial team


• Ability to understand and utilize safety regulations to perform work in a safe manner at all times, utilizing safety and personal protective equipment


• Ability to read/understand chemical labels/signs and/or pictures


• Must pass a pre-work screen to ensure the ability to perform essential physical functions of the position with or without accommodations


• Some assignments require the ability to obtain a WI Driver’s License and authorization to drive a University vehicle upon hire


• Employees are expected to be flexible in the performance of their job functions and to communicate respectfully with students, co-workers, supervisors and other University staff, may be asked to work hours in excess of the normal shift and after-hours call-ins, including occasional weekend and holiday hours


• Ability to get a State of Wisconsin Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior custodial experience


• Manage performance and productivity


• Coach, train, and develop


• Delegate and manage workflow


• Resolve conflict and support team


• Communicate and align with Management

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Work Authorization

Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UWO Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Reasonable Accommodations

UWO 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 [e-mail] or 920-424-1166. 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

UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will 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.

CBC & Reference Check Policy

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/, or call UWO Police Department, at [phone] for a paper copy.

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.