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Custodians - 1st Shift - Facilities Planning and Management

Job in Whitewater, Walworth County, Wisconsin, 53190, USA
Listing for: The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-02
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    Janitor, Cleaning Services, Facility Maintenance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 17 - 20 USD Hourly USD 17.00 20.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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Position Title: Custodians - 1st Shift - Facilities Planning and Management

Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Custodian

Job Duties:

Attention:

The Department of Facilities Planning and Management at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks two Custodians (FP019) forfirst-shift positions.

Job Details:

This position is responsible for housekeeping duties in assigned areas of UW-Whitewater buildings and maintaining these areas in asafe and sanitary condition. This position will report to the Custodial Services Supervisor and works under the guidance of aCustodian Lead. This position normally works Monday-Friday either4:00am-12:00pm or 5:00am-1:00pm, based on operational needs.

Regular attendance is an essential function of the job. This position is designated at Level 1 for risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens. All established safety rules and regulations mustbe followed and personal protective equipment must be worn when performing job duties requiring their use. The incumbent will be anactive participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills. Based uponoperational need for additional custodial coverage at University events, occasional overtime may be required and changes to your schedule may occur, this may include evenings and weekends.

Key

Job Responsibilities:

A. Routine daily maintenance of academic buildings
  • A1. Clean restrooms, shower, and locker rooms.
  • A2. Clean classrooms, whiteboards and trays, erasers, etc.
  • A3. Clean and dust office areas.
  • A4. Empty wastebaskets and remove trash from buildings.
  • A5. Replenish supplies as necessary.
  • A6. Vacuum and spot-clean carpets.
  • A7. Sweep and/or dust mop floors.
  • A8. Wet mop or machine scrub floors.
  • A9. Clean hallways, stairwells, and drinking fountains.
  • A10. Clean and sweep entryways and walk off mats; empty ashurns.
  • A11. Wash walls, ceilings, inside windows, and glass buildingentrances.
  • A12. Replace bulbs, clean light fixtures, and replacediffusers.
  • A13. Open and secure buildings/rooms as assigned.
B. Performance of Related Duties
  • B1. Clean and maintain equipment and storage areas.
  • B2. Report needed maintenance or repairs to supervisor via workrequest.
  • B3. Move furniture, equipment, supplies, etc. as required.
  • B4. Inspect exterior building entrances for trash and dispose ofappropriately.
  • B5. Provide snow removal from building entrances and surroundingsidewalks.
  • B6. Strip and refinish floor surfaces as needed.
  • B7. Shampoo all carpeted areas and clean entry mats.
  • B8. Drive University vehicles if authorized.
  • B9. Other duties as assigned.
C. Team Participation
  • C1. Function as member of team in special projects (i.e. relamping,tarping floors, seasonal cleaning).
  • C2. Function as a team member in problem solving for custodial andother areas.
  • C3. Assist other department/employees as required.
  • C4. Perform set-ups and tear downs involving movement of equipment and workshops, sports events, etc.
  • C5. Clean areas between events.

This description attempts to indicate the kinds and types of responsibilities given to this position and shall not be construed as defining all specific duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to limit or modify the right ofsupervisors to assign, direct and monitor the work of their employees. Statements of employee duties are not intended toexclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind orlevel of responsibility.

Department: Facilities Planning & Management

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting hourly wage of $17.00/hr.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learnmore about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, reviewthe UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, staff, and students
  • Ability to interact respectfully with people from diversesocioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
  • Independently organize and prioritize workload
  • Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods
  • Knowledge of cleaning solutions and agents
  • Knowledge of cleaning equipment and materials
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work independently
  • Willingness and ability to be an active participant infollowing applicable safety rules and regulations includingnecessary training and drills
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or otherwork authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the timeof hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

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