What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian (Custodial Services) position at University of Wisconsin- River Falls?
Posting Details
Position Information
UW - System Position Title
Custodian (Custodial Services)
Business Title
Major Department Code
Custodial Services (J711000)
Appointment Type
University Staff-Permanent
FLSA Status
Non Exempt
FTE (Percentage of Appointment)
100
Typical Working Schedule
6:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, annually. Some flexibility in hours may be needed to complete projects. Availability needed to work outside of typical work hours as necessary to perform emergency call-in work.
Hybrid or On Campus
On Campus
Position Summary
This position reports to a Custodial Supervisor. The main responsibility of this position is to provide a clean, safe and healthy environment for the building users.
The person in this position will have an assigned area for which they will be primarily responsible. Duties will include, but are not limited to, cleaning restrooms, offices, classrooms/labs, and public areas and require performing physical labor including lifting up to 50 lbs, turning, stooping, bending and twisting. The position requires using tools, supplies, equipment, etc. and working with power cleaning equipment (vacuum cleaners, carpet extractors, floor buffers, automatic floor scrubbers, etc.). Work is performed in areas occupied by students, faculty and staff.
The person in this position will have an assigned area for which they will be primarily responsible. Duties will include, but are not limited to, cleaning restrooms, offices, classrooms/labs, and public areas and require performing physical labor including lifting up to 50 lbs, turning, stooping, bending and twisting. The position requires using tools, supplies, equipment, etc. and working with power cleaning equipment (vacuum cleaners, carpet extractors, floor buffers, automatic floor scrubbers, etc.). Work is performed in areas occupied by students, faculty and staff.
Responsibilities
- Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables
- Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entities
- Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies as needed
- Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs
- Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Required:
- Effective communication skills
- Basic computer skills to complete online trainings, using online management tools, and checking and responding to email
- Demonstrated good judgement and decision making skills
- Ability to organize work tasks in a logical and effective manner
- Basic knowledge of safety protocols related to facilities and cleaning practices
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to perform manual labor including lifting 50 pounds
- Successful completion of a post-offer employment test
Preferred:
- Custodial work experience in a business or commercial setting, including experience using a floor buffer, maintaining floors, and cleaning windows
- Experience working independently
- Experience working in a team environment
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
USH00322
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
05/12/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
04/14/2025
Closing Date
04/28/2025
Applicant Review Date
04/29/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide a Resume.
A criminal background check will be completed on final candidates. The selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test.
A six-month probationary period is required. The pay rate for this position is $17.00 per hour.
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to
Inquiries should be addressed to
Melissa Davis
Search Chair
melissa.davis@uwrf.edu
Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants must submit all required materials by April 28, 2025.
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-3221.
Legal Notices
EEO/AA Statement
UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Title IX Notice
As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.
Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous UW System institution and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per UW System Administrative Policy 1275.
Other Notices
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * This position requires lifting, ability to stand, bend, stoop, and twist frequently. Are you able to lift 50 pounds?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
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