Custodian

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Search #: 498966

Work type: Full-time

Location: Storrs Campus

Categories: Custodial

Salary Range: $41,213.00-$51,500.00 Yearly. Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan.

Link to Custodian Job Specification:

The State of Connecticut, University of Connecticut’s Student Union department has two Custodian job openings at the Storrs Campus. These are permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours/week positions. The starting hourly salary is $21.06/hour and is non‑negotiable. Working under the supervision of the Lead Custodian, Supervising Custodian, Building Services Manager, or Evening & Weekends Events & Operations Coordinator, the successful candidates will be accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the cleaning and maintenance of the Student Union Building.

The current shifts and work schedules are as follows:

• 1st shift, 7am – 3pm, Saturday‑Wednesday
• 3rd shift, 11pm–7am, Saturday‑Wednesday

This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. The individual must be willing to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations. Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends, holidays).

This position is categorized as "Open to the Public". Current, qualified UConn NP‑2 employees will be given preference in the hiring process.

To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed on the job opening and specify qualifications in the application. Applications will be evaluated to ensure that the Knowledge, Skill and Ability, Minimum Qualifications and Special Requirement sections of the position have been met. Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional, work‑related references with contact information.

During the recruitment process, applicants may be contacted to submit additional documentation. These may include cover letters, resumes, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the hiring department. Selected candidates will be asked to provide names, titles, and phone numbers of three professional references. State employees may need to provide performance appraisals and CORE attendance records.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment physical examination, drug testing, and criminal background check.

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Is accountable for performing the full range of basic tasks in cleaning and maintenance of the Student Union building and other buildings under the responsibility of the Student Union and Event Services department.

• Performs custodial tasks and maintenance of areas such as administrative offices, meeting and function rooms, lounges, theatre, restrooms, lobby areas and outdoor areas in and around the Student Union building and other buildings under the responsibility of the Student Union.
• Dusts, mops, sweeps, scrubs, strips, waxes, and polishes floors using appropriate equipment, such as buffers, scrubbers and extractors.
• Washes, dusts, and polishes glass including windows, woodwork and walls, furniture and metal equipment.
• Collects and disposes of trash and performs recycling as instructed.
• Provides a report of equipment in need of repair, performs minor maintenance, runs errands, inspects building for damage and reports conditions to a supervisor for action.
• May change light bulbs, lubricate door hinges, drawers or cabinets, etc.
• Remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways applying sand and salt as needed around the Student Union building.
• Move furniture and/or set‑up meeting rooms for events.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Interpersonal skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate, care for, and perform…