Custodial Worker-U

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Job Title:

Custodial Worker-U

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Start Date:

7/20/26

Work Arrangement:
Onsite

You are invited to apply to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference.

The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more .

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

Job Overview

Under general supervision, perform duties to provide care, cleaning and maintenance of buildings, furniture, and fixtures.

This is a 3rd shift position Sun-Thurs, 10p-6:30am.

Essential Functions

* Ability to understand and follow instructions and safety procedures for cleaning all rooms and common areas.

* Ability to communicate with managers, supervisors, coworkers and customers.

* Must have strong and positive interpersonal skills

* Clean and disinfects bathrooms. Replenish supplies.

* Empty and clean trash receptacles. Take trash to designated pickup area or incinerator.

* Clean walls, windows, doors, ceilings, shelves, ledges, mirrors, woodwork, vents, window frames and other surfaces.

* Sweep, mop, strip, wax, polish and renew floor surface and clean, vacuum, and shampoo rugs and carpets.

* Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

Ability to count, read and write numbers; ability to read and understand warning signs; 3 months of experience or training in institutional or industrial cleaning is preferred. Some positions may require a current valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements /Work Environment

* Ability to lift materials weighing up to 70 pounds and be able to demonstrate full range of motion for reaching, bending and stooping.

Final date to receive applications: 08/10/2026