Custodian (2nd Shift)

Position Information

UNIVERSITIES OF WISCONSIN OFFICIAL TITLE: Custodian
2nd Shift, Pay differential of an additional $0.80 per hour for all weekend hours worked and $0.80 per hour for all work between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.
POSTING DATE:  March 26, 2024

Essential Job Functions

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Operations department welcomes your application for a 2^nd shift Custodian position. In this important role, you will make an impact on our students, faculty and staff by maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of your designated work area by manually cleaning and maintaining the UW-Green Bay buildings. This includes but is not limited to cleaning offices, restrooms, and other building areas; maintaining all floor surfaces including mopping, buffing, vacuuming, shampooing, and refinishing; cleaning windows (inside and outside); cleaning furniture; assisting with furniture, piano and equipment moves as required; stocking restrooms and custodial work areas with necessary supplies and products; waste and recycling removal; snow removal and salting of building entrances. This position will be required to drive a State vehicle and travel between work on-campus locations as needed.

What You'll Do

This position includes the following responsibilities:

• Clean offices, walls, blackboards, dry erase boards, windows, furniture, restrooms, and other building areas.
• Maintain all floor surfaces including mopping, buffing, vacuuming, shampooing, and refinishing.
• Assist with furniture, piano, and equipment moves.
• Remove waste and recycling.
• Change and/or replace light bulbs.
• Perform snow removal and salting of building entrances.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent at time of application
• Possession of or eligibility to obtain a valid driver's license upon appointment
• Physical abilities to lift 50 lbs. from the floor to waist occasionally
• Physical abilities to lift 30 lbs. from the floor to overhead occasionally
• Physical abilities to stand and walk continuously throughout an eight hour shift

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual, preferably in Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or Oneida
• Knowledge of the proper methods, materials, and equipment for a wide range of general custodian work
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as a vacuum cleaner or a floor scrubber
• Knowledge of basic safety precautions including the safe and proper use of toxic chemicals, and knowledge of heaving lifting methods to ensure safety
• Must have the ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness
• Ability to perform basic computer functions including internet browsing and e-mail
• Ability to tolerate temperature extremes when performing snow removal activities
• Ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, move furniture, perform repetitive motions, overhead work, frequent stair and ladder climbing

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence.

In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.

Conditions of Appointment

Position is a full-time University Staff appointment. The work hours for this position will be 3:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

A criminal conviction investigation and pre-work screen examination will be conducted on the finalist(s). A six-month probationary period is required for this position. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly wage of $17.00.

This position will earn an additional $0.80 per hour for all weekend hours worked, as well as for all hours worked between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.

This position is not exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Benefit Details

The Universities of Wisconsin provide an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. This includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The Universities of Wisconsin also provide supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.

In addition, employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually. Employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.

For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.

• Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Brochure
• University Staff Quick Guide
• Total Compensation Estimator

Apply

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)
Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: From "Search Jobs" screen,

• Click "View All Jobs"
• Select "Custodian (2nd Shift)"
  • You must login before you can apply. Input your "User Name" and "Password" and select "Sign In."
  • If you have not yet registered, click "Register Now" to begin the registration process.

STEP 3: Submit application materials:

Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents:

• Resume outlining experience and education, and
• Names and contact information for three references, or
• Employment Application (UWGB)

You must select "Submit" to forward your application materials to the search committee.

If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email:

Human Resources
Phone: (920) 465-2390
Email: jobs@uwgb.edu

Application Deadline

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, April 7, 2024.