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Job Title : Custodial Worker
Requisition Number : RE48870
Department Name :
3CP02 : Phys Plt-Custodial Services
Work Location : Lexington, KY
Grade Level : Salary Range :
15.30-24.50 / hour
Type of Position : Staff
Position Time Status :
Full-Time
Required Education :
Click here for more information about equivalencies : :
https : / / hr.uky.edu / employment / working-uk / equivalencies
Required Related Experience :
None
Required License / Registration / Certification :
None
Physical Requirements :
- Lifting, pushing, and / or pulling objects up to and possibly over 50lbs
- Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs
- Repetitive motion
Work is performed in assigned zone locations and employee may occasionally be exposed to elements, weather, and other non-office or inside building type
conditions.
Shift :
Multiple Shifts Needed
Monday – Friday Shifts :
3 : 30am – 12 : 00 noon
5 : 30am – 2 : 15pm
6 : 00am – 2 : 30pm
7 : 00am – 3 : 30pm
2 : 00pm – 10 : 30pm
4 : 30pm -1 : 00am
9 : 30pm – 6 : 00am
Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and may include some nights(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.
Job Summary :
The University of Kentucky (UK), the state’s flagship university, was founded in 1865 and now covers over 900 acres and is home to more than 30,000 students and approximately 13,500 employees. An exciting and fulfilling place to work, the University of Kentucky has been named on the 2023 Forbes’ America’s Best Large Employers list, ranking sixth out of 500 total companies, and second in the education category.
The University of Kentucky is seeking motivated and hard-working individuals who thrive in environments that offer task variety and who enjoy working on a team to fill its Custodial Worker positions.
This position reports directly to the Custodial Supervisor and performs daily custodial services requirements provided within assigned zone area(s)including :
In addition, the Custodial Worker :
UK offers exceptional benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a matching retirement savings plan, vacation leave, sick leave and more. Under our matching retirement plan, you contribute 5 percent of your base salary, and UK proudly contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of your salary, for a 200 percent match. You will be fully vested after three years of continuous, regular, full-time service. For additional details, click here :
https : / / hr.uky.edu / employment / our-benefits
UK Facilities Management looks forward to you joining our team to begin making a positive impact at the University today!
Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled, which could be prior to the deadline date listed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :
Dependability, team player, and strong customer service skills
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
Preferred Education / Experience :
High School 1-Year
Driver’s License — Preferred
Deadline to Apply : 03 / 02 / 2025
Our University Community :
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.
Salary : $15 - $25
