Custodian I (Weekend) (Multiple Positions)

Custodian I (Weekend) (Multiple Positions) Posting Number req23382 Department Residential Facilities Department Website Link Location Main Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights This position is for the weekend (Saturday - Wednesday) shift. Shift start times may vary.

The Custodian position, reporting to a Custodial Area Supervisor, provides essential work at Housing & Residential Life and plays an essential role in assuring a healthy, safe, and comfortable environment for our residents. The Custodian position is considered essential to our housing operations as it is part of a team responsible for providing professional housekeeping services in the dorms. This team is responsible for the elevated cleaning standards set in place due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This is a fast-paced setting where specific job assignments, shifts, and locations may be adjusted within our facilities as necessary to meet the departments needs. This position involves lifting/transporting and/or carrying heavy objects and requires movement around the assigned buildings. It will require going up and down stairs throughout the day, as well as working in a variety of weather conditions. All custodian positions are expected to wear non-slip shoes as part of their uniforms. This position requires driving University vehicles and/or golf carts.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine custodial tasks per established schedules and housekeeping standards; thisincludes but is not limited to: dusting, wet mopping, vacuuming, removing trash, cleaning stairs,washing walls, cleaning windows and window coverings, cleaning and polishing mirrors andfurniture.
• Safely operates all vehicles and other job related equipment.
• Drives High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) for movement around the dorms, which requires a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.
• Strips and refinishes floors, shampoos carpets and upholstery.
• Cleans bathrooms shower stalls, toilets, glass, mirrors, and walls using housekeeping chemicals.
• Restocks bathrooms with necessary materials.
• Moves sofas, chairs, tables, desks, and beds to accomplish cleaning tasks and to perform occasional special projects.
• Participates in training as scheduled.
• Performs related duties as part of a project team; typically during summer months and semester breaks.
• Communicates effectively and professionally in the workplace.
• Reports problems, incidents, damages, or building repairs needed and as directed by supervisors and maintains necessary records.
• Properly handles and disposes of recycling materials and follows instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies and use as directed.
• Provides quality customer service to staff, students, and campus visitors.
• Basic computer skills required to check emails, take required University trainings, etc.
• Performs additional duties as assigned or required to meet Housing & Residential Life andUniversity goals and objectives.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to work in a detailed-oriented, team environment.
• Demonstrated skill in the operation of carpet cleaning and floor cleaning equipment such as buffers, extractors, scrubbers, and power washers.
• Basic computer skill.
• Knowledge and use of housekeeping chemicals and equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift/transport up to 50 lbs., bend, twist, pull, reach as needed, and climb stairs.
• Requires movement around the assigned buildings as well as working in a variety of weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Must have a valid drivers license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy .

Preferred Qualifications

• One-year custodial experience.
• One year of custodial experience in a commercial or institutional setting.

FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $16.50 - $18.75 Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 2 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizonas good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator . Career Stream and Level OC1 Job Family Facilities Mgmt & Services Job Function Facil, Grounds, & Infra Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department) Number of Vacancies 3 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates ... Open Date 7/14/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the Universitys campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
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