Title: Custodian I - # 107510 Re-posted
Position Type: Staff
Department: Residence Life Office
Closing Date: OPEN, Screening Begins 4/29 Applications received after 5pm on 4/28 may be considered
Schedule: Full-time, 12 months/year 1.0 FTE
Entry Rate: $8.25/hr. - $8.547/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

  • Under minimal supervision, performs professional custodial cleaning of RLO facilities which includes dormitories on campus and student apartment housing
  • Provides clean, safe, and healthy housing for students, guests, faculty, staff, and visitors; interacts with staff, students, guests, and faculty working, residing or living within RLO facilities
  • Performs skilled manual labor such as sweeps, mops, and vacuums; cleans and disinfects lavatories and showers; cleans ceilings, walls, windows and furniture; operates safely all forms of professional custodial equipment, chemicals, and supplies; cleans interior/exterior glass, replaces light bulbs and washes light fixtures, and performs minor repair work; removes trash and garbage from buildings
  • May act as Lead Worker
  • May be required to perform in a supervisory capacity for special assignments or seasonal, temporary employees
    • Minimum Job Qualifications

  • High school graduation and one (1) year of full-time related work experience, or a combination of experience and education
    • Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge of custodial methods and up-to-date cleaning equipment and techniques used for scrubbing, disinfecting, mopping, dusting, polishing, and related tasks
  • Knowledge and experience in or ability to learn the proper use and maintenance of equipment and application of pesticides
  • Ability to act as a lead worker; coordinate work schedules; effectively direct and evaluate the work of others
  • Demonstrated skill in operating cleaning equipment including buffers, scrubbers, vacuums, shampooers, wet/dry vacuums and hand tools
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to create and maintain effective working relationships
  • Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain a safe work environment
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Ability to work independently with little direct supervision
  • Must possess, or be able to obtain, a Structural and Institutional Applicator License for extermination spraying of insects
    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Custodial work experience in a college dormitory, institutional living facility, apartment maintenance and/or hotel/motel
    • 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 related to cleaning duties; move equipment, furniture and supplies weighing up to 50# on a regular basis and up to 80# on an occasional basis; perform duties requiring push/pull activity with equipment weighing up to 50# on a frequent basis and up to 200# on an occasional basis; possess hand and finger coordination; perform duties with repetitive motion of wrist, arm and shoulder; be able to reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel
  • Must be able to work with chemicals, dust, fumes, and odors associated with cleaning environment and use of cleaning equipment chemicals and supplies
    • Supplemental Questions

    1. Give a brief background on custodial work experience indicating square footage maintained, and type of facility usage.

    2. Describe any certifications, licensures or special knowledge that you have related to facility maintenance and custodial services.

    3. Describe your ability and practices to maintain a safe and productive work environment.
    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 application:
  • UM Custodian Application
  • Answers to Supplemental Questions Attach a separate sheet with application materials
  • 3 Professional References
  • Background Check Authorization
  • Self-Identification

    All materials can be submitted via one of the following methods:
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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
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    Testing
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