Position Details Position Details Advertising Posting Title Custodian Specialist Posting Summary Perform variety of custodial cleaning services in a team setting to University facilities. Clean and maintain floor surfaces, dust mop, sweep, wet mop, top scrub, and buff floors, and periodically strip floors of finish using powered scrubbing and burnishing machines. Clean water fountains, clean waste receptacles, wash windows. Maintain safe and clean living, learning, and work environment. Remove trash and recycled items. May respond to after-hours emergency calls. May operate University vehicle.
This position requires active engagement in learning and practicing principles of social justice and inclusion, environmental sustainability, and delivering great customer service. Under the direct supervision of the Custodial Supervisor, support our departments mission providing the University with a clean, safe, and healthy environment in which to live, learn, and work.
Minimum Qualifications or Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience High school diploma and one year of custodial experience required. Ability to read, write, and speak basic English required. Ability to successfully complete ten-hour OSHA training on construction safety and health issues required. Valid drivers license or ability to obtain a drivers license and drivers check may be required. Basic computer skills required. Lifting of up to 50 lbs. and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. occasionally required. Specific physical requirements may apply based on specific job functions. Initial employment contingent upon successful completion of physical screening. Ability to work independently and as well as part of a team. Effective interpersonal skill sets and dedication to customer service. Ability to climb ladders and shovel snow. Availability to respond to after-hours emergency call-ins as needed. Ability to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability, and delivering exceptional value and great experience to customers required.
Desirable Qualifications Anticipated Pay Range: $19.45 External applicants for internal promotion pay will be $5, approximately $20-20.50 per hour.
Other Information May be required to work weekends. Multiple shifts may be filled with this posting. A criminal background check is required for the top candidate prior to offer. Facilities Managements YouTube channel. Special Conditions A probationary period may be required. Occasional evening and/or weekends required if non-exempt position may result in overtime. 2nd Shift Shift differential applies. This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions. Background Check required for this position. A post-offer pre-employment POPE test, physical examination is required. FLSA Non-Exempt. Union Position: Yes. UE 18.50 minimum hourly rate.
Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Location: Burlington, Vermont, United States. Job Open Date: 01292026. Job Close Date: Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST. Open Until Filled: No.
Our Common Ground Statement The University of Vermont is a welcoming educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving, and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort, and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVMs mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information Position Title: Fac Mgmt & Services OC2 N Posting Number: S5924PO Department: Custodial Services 11508 Position Number: 001641 Percent of Full-Time: 1.0 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE: 40 Term months per year: 12 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk. Please specify here where applicable. Enter NA if not applicable.
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