Custodian

The University of Virginia Facilities Management Department offers a career that affords growth opportunities for employees within Facilities Management. We seek Custodians for a Monday - Friday, 4pm - 12:30am shift in North Grounds.

Custodians perform exceptional housekeeping services in assigned areas through safe work practices while using proper housekeeping techniques. The position maintains good working relationships with customers, staff, students, and supervisors. The Custodian completes special project work as assigned. They gain increasing efficiency with cleaning techniques, supplies, and equipment.

Basic housekeeping experience, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning carpets, cleaning bathrooms and removal of trash is preferred. Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and directions, as well as adhere to regulatory guidelines in daily work is required. Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are also essential. Basic computer, tablet, and/or smart phone usage and the ability to submit electronic timesheets are also required.

• Maintain offices, classrooms, restrooms, public areas, or other assigned areas in clean and orderly condition.

• Remove trash, clean bathrooms, wipe down surfaces, dust, vacuum, etc. Apply proper methods and materials. May mix own cleaning solutions.

• Maintain clean and orderly housekeeping closets and equipment and keep inventories of supplies, requesting additional supplies as needed.

• Report all repairs and pest control needs, and any housekeeping-related violations by residents, guests, or staff.

• May perform minor maintenance tasks, such as changing bulbs, or more complex tasks including operating cleaning equipment such as buffers or waxers.

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

• Some experience with basic housekeeping duties including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning carpets, cleaning bathrooms and removal of trash in a workplace setting is preferred.

This full-time position starts at $15/hour, increasing with qualifications and experience. This position qualifies for an additional $2.00/hour shift differential.

This is a non-exempt position with UVA benefits.

For this position, the selected candidate will need to complete the required background checks prior to the start date of the position.

The use of both hands and a repetitive motion will be required while performing duties as a housekeeper, such as dusting, mopping, etc. This job requires a range of continual movement, including walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting.

Apply online, search for requisition R0077122
. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:

• Resume

Upload all materials into the respective submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into these fields. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents or partial applications will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA's standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via Skill Survey during the final phase of the interview process. A total of three references is required.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Speth, at js9rk.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.  to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.