UNIT CUSTODIAN

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health coverage

Retirement match 2:1

Job summary

University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is seeking a dedicated Unit Custodian to support Michigan Medicine by cleaning patient care areas, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety procedures and schedules.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and a team-oriented mindset. Work schedule is 32 hours per week, with potential hybrid arrangements and background screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to perform a wide range of physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Duties include wet mopping floors and cleaning furniture and fixtures.
• Clean toilets, mirrors, and glass surfaces.
• Change linen and maintain supply inventory.
• Move and arrange furniture and collect soiled linen for disposal.
• Open/lock buildings and operate lights and equipment.
• Report items needing repair and ensure area is clean.

Skills

English literacy

Team player

Physical stamina

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components: patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Wet mop floors and stairways, including carpeted areas.
• Clean and wax furniture, cases, fixtures, and furnishings.
• Clean mirrors, inside of exterior glass, and both sides of interior glass while standing on the floor or a stool.
• Clean toilet rooms and fixtures.
• Dust Venetian blinds while standing on the floor or a stool.
• Spot-wash walls to remove such items as splash marks around sinks and fingerprints around light switches.
• Make beds and change linen.
• Collect and transport waste materials to a central location.
• Report items in need of repair.
• Sweep and dust floors and stairways.
• Wet mop small areas of floor or stairs to clean up such items as spilled liquid or food.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies in accordance with specific instructions.
• Open or lock buildings or rooms.
• Turn on and off lights and equipment.
• Replace burnt-out incandescent light bulbs while standing on the floor or a stool.
• Move and arrange furniture and furnishings; collect and transport soiled linen to central locations.
• Clean the assigned area of work and equipment.

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to perform a wide range of physical activities, including pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, etc.
• Must not have any type of lifting restrictions.
• Must be able to work around sick and disabled patients (children and adults) within a hospital setting.
• Must be a team player, able to prioritize work and be able to handle stress on a daily basis.
• Must be able to perform all tasks listed on the Unit Custodian Classification Description.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

This position is 32hours per week/Days / Friday-Monday / 8:00 am-4:30 pm

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings.Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of five calendar days.The review and selection process maybegin as early as the sixth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.