Location: Burlington,VT, USA
Position DetailsAdvertising/Posting Title Custodian SpecialistDiversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.Posting SummaryPerform variety of custodial cleaning services, in a team setting, to University facilities. Clean and maintain floor surfaces: dust mop, sweep, wet mop, top scrub and buff floors and periodically strip floors of finish using powered scrubbing and burnishing machines. Clean water fountains, clean waste receptacles, wash windows. Maintain safe and clean living, learning and work environment. Remove trash and recycled items. May respond to after-hours emergency calls. May operate University vehicle. This position requires active engagement in learning and practicing principles of social justice and inclusion, environmental sustainability and delivering great customer service. Under the direct supervision of the Custodial Supervisor, support our department's mission, “providing the University with a clean, safe, and healthy environment in which to live, learn and work.”Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)High school diploma and one year of custodial experience required. Ability to read, write and speak basic English required. Ability to successfully complete ten-hour OSHA training on construction, safety, and health issues required. Valid driver's license or ability to obtain a driver's license and driver's check may be required. Basic computer skills required. Lifting of up to 50 lbs. and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs occasionally required. Specific physical requirements may apply based on specific job functions. Initial employment contingent upon successful completion of physical screening. Ability to work independently and as well as part of a team. Effective interpersonal skill sets, and dedication to customer service. Ability to climb ladders, and shovel snow. Availability to respond to after-hours emergency call-ins as needed. Ability to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability, and delivering exceptional value and great experience to customers required.Desirable QualificationsAnticipated Pay Range 5% increase internal, $19.15 - $19.87/hour externalOther InformationFacilities Management's YouTube channel ( background check is required for top candidate prior to offer.Special Conditions Bargaining Unit Position - United Electrical Workers, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, 40 hour work week, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position, A post-offer pre-employment (POPE test) physical examination is requiredFLSA Non-ExemptUnion Position Yes, UE ($18.25 minimum hourly rate)Posting DetailsPosition will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.Job Open Date 08/22/2024Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)Open Until Filled NoPosition InformationPosition Title Custodial Maintenance SpecPosting Number S5234PODepartment Custodial Services/11508Position Number 00024463Employee FTE 1.0Employee Term 12Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).How did you hear about this employment opportunity?American Alliance of MuseumsAmerican Association for Affirmative ActionBostonWorksBurlington Free PressCareerBuilderChronicle of Higher EducationCommunity Organization (Please specify below)Consortium of Higher Ed LGBT Resource ProfessionalsCraig's ListCUPADepartment of LaborDiverse Issues in Higher EducationDiversityDBDiversity, Inc.FacebookGlassdoorHBCUHERCHigherEdJobsHispanic OutlookIndeedInside Higher EdJob CentralJob FairJobsinVTLatProLinkedInListserv (Please specify below)MonsterNAFSA: Association of International EducatorsNACUBONCAA Job MarketNEACACPoliceOneRutland HeraldSeven DaysSHRMSt. Albans MessengerTrade Show/Conference (Please specify below)TwitterUVM Catamount Job LinkUVM Employee (Please specify below)UVM Employment Web SiteVermont JobLinkVermontJobs.comVermont Library AssociationWomen in Higher EducationWorkplace DiversityZip RecruiterOther (Please specify below)Please specify here where applicable. Enter NA if not applicable.(Open Ended Question)Documents Needed to ApplyRequired DocumentsOptional DocumentsResumeCover Letter/Letter of Application