Custodian Leads (2 Openings) Facilities Planning and Management

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The Facilities Planning & Management Department in the Division of Finance and Administrative Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks two Custodian Leads (FP020).

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These positions are responsible for providing custodial lead work and equipment repair services for Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) in the academic buildings. The Custodian Lead guides the work of a crew of Custodians temporary employees (USTEs) and student workers. The incumbent works under the direction of the Custodial Services Assistant Supervisor or Custodial Program Manager.

The lead worker assists the assistant supervisors in developing custodial objectives designed to meet the needs of building occupants and the tasks required to achieve these objectives.

The Custodian Lead must practice exemplary behavior when working with customers and fellow staff members. The person holding this position must possess a valid drivers license and qualify for state vehicle operation. The position is designated at level 1 for risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

The incumbent will be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

These are first-shift positions with the normal working hours of Monday-Friday 5:00 am-1:00 pm.

Key Job Responsibilities:

lead work and custodial support for FP&M custodial operations
and maintain good working relationships with custodial personnel and with all other people using FP&M buildings.
assigned custodians with project and routine work.
attendance daily and arrange housekeeping coverage for unanticipated absences.
frequent rounds checking progress and quality of housekeeping services being performed
initial and ongoing instructions to employees on proper housekeeping methods and procedures and the safe use of equipment and chemicals.
abreast of new procedures products and equipment and pass the information on to others.
the help of the supervisors in addressing any ongoing concerns regarding work assignments progress or performance.
and unlock buildings as required.

custodial work.
custodial work in assigned areas as directed.
other custodial duties when requested by customers assistant supervisors or self-generated.
in for academic zone absences scheduled and unscheduled when required.
housekeeping coverage for all academic buildings with other Custodian Leads and Assistant Supervisors.
in scheduled and/or emergency overtime work in various campus buildings.

laundry duties
laundry from the zone buildings
and dry laundry per instructions pertinent to the type of laundry.
and replace worn cleaning rags as appropriate for each building.
clean laundry to zone buildings.
scheduled maintenance and incidental repairs of laundry equipment.

and maintenance of Custodial Equipment
D1. Perform routine maintenance PMs on custodial equipment.
D2. Order and maintain shop supplies and repair parts as needed. Get repair parts from University Stores if available.
D3. Report findings of any anomalies and repairs to the assistant supervisor for entry into TMA record-keeping system.
D4. Pick up and deliver equipment back to the original location.
D5. Check test and maintain electrolyte levels of batteries.
shop & work areas in clean and safe conditions.

E. Perform miscellaneous tasks within the academic zone as directed.
E1. Respond to trouble calls of both a custodial and maintenance nature in academic buildings during and after normal business hours.
and perform bulbs and other recycling as necessary.
academic zone custodial snow removal efforts with other Custodian Leads and participate in zone snow and ice removal efforts.
other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

**This description attempts to indicate the kinds and types of responsibilities given to this position and shall not be construed as defining all specific duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of supervisors to assign direct and monitor the work of their employees. Statements of employee duties are not intended to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of responsibility.

Department:

Facilities Planning and Management

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting hourly wage within a range of $18/hr - $19/hr.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW Systems comprehensive benefit package review the UW SystemEmployee Benefits Brochure.

Required Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma

• Prior experience performing custodial activities housekeeping or facilities maintenance in a professional setting

• Ability to attain UW System driver authorization within first week of employmentDriver Authorization

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to provide lead work instruction and administrative support for FP&M Zone custodial crew

• Ability to perform a variety of daily periodic and seasonal duties

• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers staff and students

• Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic cultural and ethnic backgrounds

• Ability to independently organize and prioritize workload

• Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods cleaning solutions equipment and materials

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to be authorized to drive a state vehicle

• Knowledge of custodial equipment and effective repair methods of the same

• Knowledge of wet cell batteries and the maintenance of the same

• Ability to work with various hand and powered tools

• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

How to Apply:

Applications received byJanuary 4 2026are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Name and contact information for three professional references

Contact Information:

For questions regarding this position please contact:
Stephanie Lederman
Administrative Assistant II

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem please contact us at or.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 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. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the universitys 11500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs online and in person from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability inclusion and career development UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit supporting the universitys arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewaters campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee Madison and Chicago offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville a town of 60000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsins Park Place.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ().

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept response to a public records request the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19 University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked prior to hire whether they have been found to have engaged in are currently under investigation for or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at .

UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.