HPWT Custodial Worker II

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking a Custodial Worker II to clean and maintain multiple facility areas including halls, offices, classrooms and restrooms. The role includes basic repairs, floor care, and support for maintenance projects. Valid Florida driver’s license is required, along with a health assessment.

The position runs 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with potential overtime. Total weekly hours are 40, and the role is considered essential personnel per UF policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and 0–2 years of custodial experience.
• Experience with cleaning and maintenance tasks is preferred.
• Must have valid Florida driver’s license and be able to pass health assessment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain halls, offices, classrooms, restrooms, restrooms, labs, gyms, and other areas daily.
• Assist with minor repair work and support skilled trades staff as needed.
• Perform floor care: vacuuming, shampooing, stripping, sealing and waxing.
• Clean entrances, glass surfaces, and waste receptacles; manage cleanliness of fixtures and furnishings.
• Support maintenance projects and painting or remodeling as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Cleans and maintains on a daily basis all halls, offices, shops, classrooms, restrooms, conference rooms, labs, gym areas, locker rooms, elevators which includes sweeping, dusting, dust-mopping, wet-mopping, spot-mopping, reconditioning of floors and spot washing and cleaning of walls, doors, and partitions.

Classification Title

HPWT Custodial Worker II

Job Description

Cleans and maintains on a daily basis all halls, offices, shops, classrooms, restrooms, conference rooms, labs, gym areas, locker rooms, elevators which includes sweeping, dusting, dust-mopping, wet-mopping, spot-mopping, reconditioning of floors and spot washing and cleaning of walls, doors, and partitions.

Performs minor repair work on furniture, fixtures, floors, plumbing, etc. Assists skilled trades employees by performing tasks including, but not limited to, preparation of job site, changing belts, filters, lights, and ceiling tiles. Completes light plumbing work to include, but not limited to, opening clogged drains, repairing leaky fixtures, as well as cleanup of water leaks and spills.

Cleans and maintains all floors and floor coverings which includes regular duties such as vacuuming, shampooing, stripping, sealing and waxing.

Cleans all entrances, entrances walks, steps and concourses.

Spot cleans and cleans all exterior and interior glass surfaces of all assigned buildings; cleans ceiling lights and blinds.

Empties and cleans all waste cans, trashcans, recycle bins, water fountains and doormats.

Assists Maintenance Staff in painting, replacement, remodeling, construction projects, and other tasks as assigned by the Maintenance Mechanic.

Valid Class E Florida Driver’s License Required

Normal Work Schedule

5:00AM – 1:30PM (Monday through Friday).

Workdays and shift times may vary in response to customer needs for special event coverage and/or departmental needs. Some overtime may be required.

Total hours per week is 40.

Management retains the right and discretion to modify schedules, building assignments, shifts and/or days for operational purposes.

Position is considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy.

Expected Salary

$16.00 Hourly based on experience.

Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma (or equivalent) and zero two (2) years of experience in the field or in a related area; or completion of the ninth grade and three years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION & TRAINING

High school diploma and two (2) years of commercial custodial experience.

Mechanical aptitude and abilities.

Health Assessment Required:

Yes