Custodian

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Posted: 10-May-24

Location: United States - Nationwide

Salary: Open

Internal Number: 497282

Salary Range: $40,207.00-$50,243.00 Yearly. Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan.

Link to Custodian Job Specification: https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0429TC&R1=&R3=

INTRODUCTION

The State of Connecticut, University of Connecticut's Student Union and Event Services department has three job openings for a Custodian at the Storrs Campus. This is a permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours/week position. The hourly salary is $20.55/hour and is non-negotiable. Working under the supervision of the Lead Custodian, Supervising Custodian, or Building Services Manager, the successful candidate will be accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the cleaning and maintenance of the Student Union building. Below are the anticipated shifts and work schedules:

• 3rd shift, 11pm-7am, Friday-Tuesday
• 3rd shift, 11pm-7am, Saturday-Wednesday
• 2nd shift, 3pm-11pm, Wednesday-Sunday

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

SELECTION PLAN

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

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your 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 PageUp Application is complete and detailed before submitting it. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted.  Although it is not required, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional, work-related references along with their contact information.

At any point of the recruitment process, applicants may be contacted via email and provided an opportunity to submit addition documentation which supports their qualification(s) for this position.  These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring department.  Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and special requirements, as indicated, to apply for this position.

If selected for an interview, you will be asked to provide the names, titles, and phone numbers of three professional references.  In addition, current State of Connecticut employee applicants at UConn or other State Agencies may be asked to provide copies of their last two (2) performance appraisals and their CORE attendance records.  Employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, including drug testing, as well as a criminal background check.

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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs custodial tasks and maintenance of areas such as dormitories, classrooms, offices, auditoriums, wards, kitchens, dining rooms and lavatories including outdoor areas (i.e. trash around buildings); dusts, mops, sweeps, scrubs, strips, waxes and polishes floors using appropriate equipment such as floor polishers and buffers; washes, dusts and polishes glass including windows, woodwork, walls, furniture and metal equipment; makes beds; checks, marks, stores and issues linens, blankets, and clothing (limited to individual's work area not to include counting and inspection for a larger area); collects and counts soiled laundry; distributes, empties and sterilizes glassware, wash basins and bedpans; sweeps walks; collects and disposes of trash; reports needs for repairs; performs minor maintenance; runs errands; inspects buildings for damage and reports conditions to supervisor; may change light bulbs and replace fuses; may lubricate or tighten door hinges, drawers, cabinets, etc.; may replace ceiling or floor tiles; may remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways around buildings; may sand and salt stairways and walkways; may move furniture and/or set-up classrooms; performs related duties as required.

UConn Student Union Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs custodial tasks and maintenance of such areas 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, run 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, perform other duties are required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY

Some interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work; some ability in simple record keeping.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience performing a full range of basic tasks in cleaning and maintenance of buildings.

A minimum of three years of custodial experience that includes working in an educational setting.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and/or certifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class.

A physical examination may be required.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and/or individuals.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, click on

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