Title: Custodian I - # 086200
Position Type: Staff
Department: Facility Services
Closing Date: OPEN, Screening Begins on 6/2/2008 Applications received after 5pm on 5/30 may be considered
Schedule: Full-time, 12 months/year 1.0 FTE
Entry Rate: $8.25/hr.
Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness
Union: Montana Public Employees Association
Probation: Subject to a minimum 6-month Probationary Period
Primary Functions

  • Performs skilled manual labor, planning, record keeping, basic security and aids in maintaining excellent relations with the campus community and the public
  • Performs basic daily and periodic cleaning; cleans all types of floors in classrooms, offices, hallways and restrooms
  • Prepares reports and documents pertaining to maintenance, supplies, project cleaning, and physical inventory
  • Supervises and helps train up to 3.0 FTE permanent, temporary and/or student employees
  • Checks security of buildings by detecting locked doors and windows; reports maintenance problems; reports hazardous situations
  • Interacts and communicates with campus community and public to perform project work
    • Minimum Job Qualifications

  • High school graduation and one (1) year of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
    • Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Demonstrated knowledge of custodial methods and up-to-date cleaning equipment and techniques used for scrubbing, disinfecting, mopping, dusting, polishing and related tasks (A written exercise will be given at time of interview)
  • Skill in operating cleaning equipment including buffers, scrubbers, vacuums, shampooers, high-pressure cleaners and extractors
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills in order to complete assigned tasks within allocated time
  • Ability to work with little direct supervision; demonstrated knowledge of basic supervisory techniques
  • Applicant must possess, or be able to obtain, a Structural and Institutional Applicator License for extermination spraying of insects
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn basic physical layout of campus buildings; ability to perceive possible problems with machinery
  • Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to create and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrated ability to follow written instructions
    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Custodian work experience in an institutional facility
    • Physical Requirements

    Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Must be able to perform constant physical activity: Lifting: ground to 60 inches, up to 35#. Ground to overhead, up to 5# sustained, with both hands; Carrying: 2 handed front carry up to 35# for 50 feet; Pushing & pulling forces required (during the use of cleaning equipment, handling janitor’s cart & dolly): 25# sustained. Pushing & pulling forces required (handling, pushing & pulling classroom & office furniture & equipment): 30# sustained; Static trunk forward bending & twisting from a standing, crouching or kneeling position while using tools; Reaching with your arms in all directions, including overhead with 5# in both hands, sustained; Working overhead from various positions (standing, squatting, & kneeling); Balancing when climbing & working on a ladder; Use of various hand grip circumferences & firm hand grip positions while manipulating various tools & equipment (maximum 50#). A Physical Screen will be administered prior to a final offer of employment.
    • How To Apply/Submitting Materials

    Prepare the following and specifically address the position number and title applying for and the above-described knowledge, skills, abilities, and job qualifications in your Cover Letter:
  • UM Custodian Application
  • Background Check Authorization
  • Self-Identification

    All materials can be submitted via one of the following methods:
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    Human Resource Services
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    EL Center Room 252
    Missoula, MT 59812

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    Notices & Disclaimers

    Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
    In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

    ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
    Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. As an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law.

    References
    *References in addition to those listed on the application may be contacted without applicant's prior approval.

    Testing
    Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.