Senior Custodian

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick and vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Discounts and perks

Job summary

UC Irvine in Irvine, CA is seeking a Custodian to perform skilled cleaning and maintenance in Student Housing facilities, operating floor care equipment and supporting a small team of custodians and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, custodial experience, and the ability to lift heavy loads. Preferred are English literacy, a valid CA driver’s license, and willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Custeodial or related cleaning experience.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and overtime.
• Must be able to lift and carry loads over 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate pressure washers, carpet extraction machines and other floor care equipment.
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled cleaning, housekeeping and general maintenance duties.
• Set up and take down of special equipment and furniture.
• Maintain security and master keys for assigned equipment.
• Drive a motorized cart and University vehicle to complete duties.
• Work evenings, weekends and overtime.

Skills

Operate motor vehicle

Custodial/cleaning experience

Read and write English

Heavy lifting

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pressure washers

Carpet extractors

Vacuum cleaners

Buffers

Wet/dry vacs

Carpet shampooers

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

Student Housing is a self-funded, large and complex campus department consisting of 6 housing communities and 3 support units, with more than 300 staff employees, 300-400 student employees and an annual operating budget of $120 million. Student Housing provides housing for approximately 9,000 undergraduates, graduate students and their families in over 250 buildings and approximately 3.3 million sq. ft.. Currently, Student Housing houses 51% of UCI's enrolled students (in conjunction with American Campus Communities, UCI's 3rd party housing partner) with a goal of housing 60% as part of the campus Long Range Development Plan. Student Housing also provides maintenance and repair services to student residents.

Your Role on the Team

Under the supervision of the Custodial or Assistant Custodial Supervisor, the incumbent performs skilled and semi-skilled cleaning, housekeeping, and/or general maintenance duties for most of their time which requires a greater degree of training, skill, independence of action, physical effort and experience than found at the custodial level. Incumbents will operate pressure washers, carpet extraction machines and other equipment required to maintain the facilities in Student Housing. Assignments could include residence halls or apartments, occupied or unoccupied units, common areas/buildings and/or exterior locations. Responsible for the setup and take down of special equipment and furniture. Ability to read, write and speak English to directly communicate with staff and students. Incumbent is responsible for security and maintenance of master keys and assigned equipment. Required to drive a motorized cart and University vehicle to complete job duties. Work may include evenings, weekends and overtime.

Required

What It Takes to be Successful

• Operate a motor vehicle.
• Skill to operate pressure washers, vacuum cleaners, buffers, wet/dry vacs, carpet shampooers and other floor care equipment.
• Ability to follow, model and promote conduct that adheres to the University of California Principles of Community.
• Ability to sweep, dust mop, polish and perform semi-skilled housekeeping and general maintenance duties of hanging blinds and draperies which require a greater degree of skill, training, independence of action & physical effort and experience.
• Ability to work as part of a team and serve as the work leader for a small group of custodians, temporary staff or student staff.
• Ability to read and write English to submit written reports and work orders.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals.
• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Valid California driver's license.
• Custodial or related cleaning experience.

Special Conditions

• Available for overtime and weekend work. Work schedules are subject to change to meet department's needs. Department can require overtime work to meet operational needs. Department can operate and assign custodial shifts seven days a week.
• Must be able to communicate in English - both verbally and in writing - for purpose of instruction and record keeping.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to pass background check.
• Must be willing and able to respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Must be willing and able to assist in the event of a disaster.
• Must be able to lift and carry loads over 50 lbs.

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. The expected pay range for this recruitment is $26.69- $29.44 (Hourly).

Conditions Of Employment

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization