Custodian I - Second Shift

Job Summary

The Housing Facilities Department within the Division of Student Life at CU Boulder invites applications for a Custodian I - Second Shift! Our Custodial Team is critical for ensuring that all HFS-related facilities are maintained to the highest standard of cleanliness, functionality, and customer service. The position will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in high traffic areas and facilities throughout the CU Boulder Campus, and will interact with students, faculty, staff and guests on a regular basis.

This is a Second Shift position, scheduled for Monday - Friday, from 3:30pm - 12:00am/midnight.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The Division of Student Life consists of 36 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.

Housing Facilities Services (HFS) is a comprehensive facility management operation that provides around-the-clock support to over 10,000 residents and 20,000 conference guests annually. Services include maintenance, repair, renovation, project management, capital construction, housekeeping and grounds-keeping operations. HFS has approximately 200 full-time employees and approximately 60 part-time and student staff, who all strive to give residents the best living experience possible.

Daily Responsibilities Overview:

• Use backpack vacuum to thoroughly clean all floor surfaces and stairwells, including entryway mats and elevator door tracks.
• Vacuum upholstery as needed, as well as erasers and chalk trays in classrooms and conference rooms.
• Mop all hard surface floors regularly, and spot mop spills.
• Empty all waste and recycling receptacles and dispose of trash and recyclable materials in the appropriate containers.
• Dust and/or wash windowsills, glass doors, furniture, elevator walls and all unobstructed horizontal vertical surfaces.
• Clean restrooms using tools such as squeegees, brushes, and high-pressure sprays to clean all surfaces. Restock all supplies daily. Clean and perform minor maintenance on custodial equipment to keep it in proper working order and report all equipment needing repairs to the supervisor.
• Remove graffiti, spot clean carpets, and remove gum from floors as needed. Scrub and disinfect drinking fountains.

Snow & Ice Removal:

• Provide a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, and visitors by removing ice and snow with shovels, ice scrapers, or salt from outside walks, steps and entrances.

Specialty & Emergency Work:

• Perform initial emergency clean up including water and/or debris. Move or assist in the moving of heavy furniture.
• Identify and report updates to building floor plans and maintenance problems such as burned-out bulbs or tubes, running water, and plugged drains to supervisor.
• Assist with the stripping and finishing of hard surface floors.
• Participate in the  Eyes and Ears Program  and  Emergency Response Teams  as needed.

The anticipated work schedule for this shift is Monday - Friday, from 3:30pm - 12:00am/midnight.

Shift Differential Available:

• Second shift differential is 7.5% (Shall be paid for all hours worked when half or more of the scheduled work hours fall between 4pm and 11pm, Monday through Thursday).
• Third shift differential is 14% (Shall be paid for all hours worked when half or more of the scheduled work hours fall between 11pm - 6am, Monday through Friday).
• Weekend shift-differential is 20% (Shall be paid for all hours worked when half or more of the scheduled work hours fall between 4pm - 6am, Friday through Monday).
• If hours are evenly split between shifts, the higher shift differential rate applies to all hours worked during the shift.

• The annual salary for this full-time position is $39,852.80.
• Our outstanding benefits include:

• Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days and 11 holidays per year.
• Access to medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
• Eco Pass for free RTD rides.
• Opportunity for career growth within the division of student life and the CU Boulder campus!

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation.

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