Custodian Lead (Continuous Recruitment)

UWOSH University of Wisconsin Oshkosh; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,000 recruitment

Retention bonus $1,000

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is seeking a Custodian Lead to manage custodial teams, ensure cleanliness, safety, and order in assigned facilities. The role includes monitoring security, responding to emergencies, and coordinating with staff for training and supplies.

The department offers a $1,000 recruitment bonus after 180 days and a $1,000 retention bonus after 1 year. This continuous recruitment position emphasizes reliability and leadership of custodial operations on campus.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physical labor including heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to read/understand safety labels, chemical signs, and pictograms.
• Strong attention to detail and prioritization of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment; documents inventory and requests supplies.
• Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs.
• Maintains clean and clear walkways free of debris, snow, and ice.
• Uses basic cleaning equipment to clean assigned areas and remove waste/recyclables.
• Schedules, monitors, and communicates with staff; assists with training.
• Monitors and secures facility entrances; reports issues per policy.
• Responds to emergencies and escalates incidents as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

workload assessment

Customer service

Follow instructions

Communication

Physical stamina

Independent worker

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

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. UW 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.