What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian Lead position at University of Wisconsin- River Falls?
Posting Details
Position Information
UW - System Position Title
Custodian Lead
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 with some call-in shifts for emergencies
Hybrid or On Campus
On Campus
Position Summary
Cleans institutional facilities, removes waste and recycling, and monitors building security to ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in assigned areas. Leads the custodial work of others and responds to custodial emergencies. This position fills in and covers multiple areas around campus as needed.
Responsibilities
Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables
- Ensures adequate custodial supplies are requisitioned and distributed. Maintain records of supply distribution
- Assists with regular equipment inventories to ensure equipment is where it belongs, and that staff are taking care of equipment
- Tests, evaluates and recommends new products, equipment and procedures
- Supports waste minimization efforts on campus by working with building staff to recommend or implement different processes for trash and recycling collections, as well as other universal and hazardous wastes
Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entities
- Ensures all equipment is adequately maintained and recommends repair or replacement in collaboration with building staff. May perform minor repairs.
Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies
- Ensures the buildings of responsibility have supplies and equipment necessary
- Communicates, on a timely basis, the need for ordering supplies and work with purchasing to complete orders.
- Works closely with vendors to ensure knowledge of changes in equipment and methods related to custodial work is current.
Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs
- Recommend repairs through the work order system or call the Facilities Management Office in emergency situations.
- Follow up to make sure repairs are completed correctly
Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice
Schedules, monitors, trains and communicates with building staff, vendors and campus resources
Schedules, monitors, trains and communicates with building staff, vendors and campus resources
- Directs building and student staff to ensure tasks are completed as expected
- Provide training to all new employees, ongoing training on proper cleaning techniques and use of equipment and supplies, and student employees
- Facilitate at least one training quarterly to all staff
- Collaborates with staff to improve operations, increase efficiencies, and provide great service
Responds to facility emergency and hazardous situations, and escalates incidents according to established policies and procedures
- May be called in after regular work hours to appraise emergency situations and call-in custodians to assist with issue
Responsibilities will vary significantly from day to day depending on needs of campus and departmental activities
Plans, assigns, and performs periodic tasks
- In collaboration with building custodians, develops and maintains a schedule for periodic major projects including floor refinishing, carpet shampooing, window washing, wall washing, foaming of restrooms, etc.
- Assist with major projects, event setups and teardowns, transportation of surplus items for surplus sale and furniture moves
Operates state vehicles. This requires a valid driver’s license
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications:
- Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license for authorization to drive University vehicles
- Perform custodial duties
- Communicate effectively with supervisor, coworkers, contractors, and customers.
- Always exercise good judgment
- Organize work tasks logically and efficiently
- Recognize safety concerns and adhere to safety procedures
- Recognize and communicate building problems and concerns
- Use or learn to use various custodial equipment and cleaning and miscellaneous chemicals
- Read labels and follow instructions
- Work independently or as part of a group
- Ability to perform manual labor including frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds or more., turning, stooping, bending and twisting
- Ability to climb and work on ladders and scaffolding to perform duties such as replacing light bulbs, cleaning light fixtures, cleaning ledges, walls and ceilings, etc.
- Successful completion of a post-offer employment test
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
USH00320
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
03/24/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
02/28/2025
Closing Date
03/16/2025
Applicant Review Date
03/17/2025
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:
- Resume
Inquiries should be addressed to:
Melissa Davis
Melissa Davis
Custodial Services Supervisor and Search Chair
melissa.davis@uwrf.edu
Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before March 16, 2025.
The pay rate is $18 per hour.
The selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test and hold a valid driver’s license to obtain Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles.
A six probationary period is required.
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:
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 715-425-4941.
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. Final candidates will be required to provide three professional references with at least one being a prior supervisor. Misconduct checks will be completed and a personnel file review for any University of Wisconsin or State employee within the past seven years prior to hire 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
- This position requires the operation of university owned vehicles. Do you have a valid driver's license that meets UW-River Falls Risk Management requirement to operate vehicles?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Salary : $18
