CUSTODIAN

Job Summary

The Custodian I performs all custodial duties using our team cleaning system, including the use of a 13-20 pound backpack vacuum. The basic custodial duties include cleaning restrooms, picking up debris on floors, cleaning offices and all areas of the building. This position operates equipment used for routine maintenance work including but not limited to power washers, upholstery and carpet spot cleaning machines, and counter rotating brush carpet pile lifters.

Custodial and Grounds staff are considered critical employees which means, in the event of a University of Michigan emergency reduction in operations, including a public health emergency, suspension of academic classes, or during weather‑related reductions in operations, the Director of Custodial and Grounds Services has designated this position as critical. The work this department performs allows for the continuance of patient care, student housing, animal husbandry, utility distribution, snow removal, debris removal, and other critical infrastructure support.

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to effectively communicate with and follow instructions from co‑workers, supervisors, customers, and facility managers.
• Ability to wear a 13-20 pound backpack vacuum for up to 8 hours a day.
• Ability to effectively clean/maintain areas that are located in various positions, including several feet off the floor, close to the floor, and under/around obstacles.
• Must be able to remove snow from building entrance ways using shovels and other tools.
• Must be able to perform all duties in the job classification with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability coverage
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Various shifts are available.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U‑M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.