Custodian Lead Open Pool 93024-2282025

UWO is now offering signon bonuses for new CustodialandGrounds employees!

Recruitment Bonus of $1000$500 for parttime) will be awarded after successful completion of 180day Probation Period 6 month)!

Retention Bonus of $1000$500 for parttime) will be awarded after successful completion of 1year Employment Anniversary!

The Custodian Lead reports to the Custodial Services Supervisor and is responsible for guiding custodial staff (permanent temporary and student) in the performance of cleaning services in addition to performing regular cleaning tasks. The incumbent must have excellent communication organizational and time management skills when working with students custodians staff and supervisors; be physically able to perform custodial duties according to department standards; have the ability to assign and review work; have the ability to operate custodial cleaning equipment according to instructions; and follow all safety rules and report safety violations to a supervisor. The employee may come in contact with bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.

Must successfully complete a prework screen to ensure the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities:

A. Performance of Custodial Duties

1. Clean disinfect and stock restrooms daily.

2. Remove waste materials.

3. Clean and disinfect drinking fountains daily.

4. Sweep dust mop mop and vacuum floors and stairs.

5. Clean windows and other bright work surfaces.

6. Clean and polish furniture.

7. Dust wall vents grates doorframes louvers ledges etc.

8. Replace light bulbs tubes and lenses.

9. Deep clean and sanitize surfaces; scrub floors in restrooms.

10. Spot clean walls carpet furniture blinds and drapes.

11. Extract carpet and upholstery.

12. Maintain building security by unlocking and locking assigned areas.

13. Maintain walks and entrances (sweep and clean remove snow and ice).

14. Fill in for absent custodians.

B. Performance of Custodial Lead work Duties

1. Assign job tasks and determine work priorities for permanent temporary and student employees in the absence of a supervisor.

2. Perform and assign room & event set ups; furniture moves etc.

3. Move furniture office equipment to set up relocate offices apartments etc. using all safety precautions.

4. Lead group cleaning activities plan assign and review work for thoroughness and completeness; participate in cleaning projects.

5. Plan product needs for special projects; request store and deliver.

6. Distribute supplies to buildings/custodians.

7. Train permanent temporary and student employees in all aspects of custodial cleaning equipment operation chemicals department standards etc.

8. Assist supervisors in maintaining proper building coverage including weekends.

C. Miscellaneous Duties

1. Inspect custodial cleaning equipment for needed repairs; complete required Work Order form; pick up deliver distribute equipment.

2. Clean and maintain custodial equipment; report problems to supervisor.

3. Assist with hiring training and evaluating student staff.

4. Report needed building repairs; complete required forms.

5. Assist in emergency clean ups.

6. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Ability to push pull reach bend twist stoop squat and kneel perform repetitive motions work overhead and climb stairs and ladders with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical strength and stamina to perform required work including the ability to routinely lift and carry up to 40 pounds and shovel snow and the ability to be on your feet for an entire 8hour shift with or without reasonable accommodations.

Must pass a criminal background check.

Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

Work experience with institutional or commercial custodial procedures methods techniques cleaning agents / chemicals and equipment used in a large scale custodial operation and the ability to train others to properly do their job.

Knowledge of occupational hazards safety precautions (including heavy lifting) and procedures related to housekeeping operations techniques to reduce injuries and ensure safety the safe and proper use of chemicals and equipment and the ability to train others in this area.

Customer service experience effective communication skills both orally and in writing to interact with a diverse campus community to assign inspect and instruct employees gather and disseminate information promote teamwork and cooperation.

Management experience.

Application Deadline:Review of files will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Resume and contact information for 3 professional references.

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply contact Human Resources ator.

In order to keep our open pools uptodate with interested applicants this pool will hold your application until 3/31/24. At that time we will open a new pool and you will be notified.

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CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a preemployment screening which includes a criminal background check work authorization and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H1B 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.

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