Sr. Custodian

Job ID:
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Schedule: Various
Category: Campus Facilities and Support Services
Salary: $43,952 - $60,322
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Organization: Facilities Planning Design & Const
Department: Adam Schnirel
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:
Under the direction of the Facilities Services Custodial Supervisor, the Sr. Custodian performs a variety of custodial/housekeeping tasks to care, maintain, disinfect, sanitize, and preserve campus facilities. The Sr. Custodian is responsible for the upkeep of their assigned building(s) to ensure a safe and clean environment for staff and students to enjoy. The Sr. Custodian may work independently or as a part of a team in assigned work areas in a fast paced environment with project deadlines and close turnarounds while maintaining a positive attitude. The Sr. Custodian uses their own initiative and proactively addresses daily tasks to maintain a clean environment. Sr. Custodians communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students to ensure a good relationship with campus customers.

Please Note: This job posting is for multiple openings on various shifts including day, swing, and graveyard shifts.

The full salary range for the Sr. Custodian position is $21.05 - $28.89 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

***Please note the realized minimum pay for this position will be $25 an hour.***

Requirements:
Requirements

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma

Preferred

Experience Requirements

Six months of experience in custodial/housekeeping operations or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Required

Experience in safe use of a wide variety of equipment and machinery common to custodial services including, but not limited to; stripping/buffing machines, vacuums, steam pressure washers, wet/dry shop vacuums, carpet extractors (bonnet, dry, hydro extraction) cleaning machines, raiding flooring cleaning machines, squeegees, brushes, etc.

Required

Experience in safe use of cleaning chemicals, their interactions, danger signs and disposal methods.

Required

Experience in proper procedures for cleaning and maintaining a variety of floor surfaces including, but not limited to resilient tile floors, carpeted floors and terrazzo floors.

Required

Prior experience and ability to prioritizing work orders, routine work, emergency requests, combined with the knowledge to choose the proper materials and equipment to accomplish the work in the most expeditious and safe manner.

Preferred

Experience working with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and ability to provide exemplary customer service.

Preferred

License Requirements

Valid Driver License

Required

Special Conditions
Special

Overtime

Required

Must possess or obtain a Valid CA Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Required

Public Driving Record

Required

Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment start date.

Required

Must wear University issued ID badge and uniform.

Required

Depending on assigned work area, may require specific training, testing, and/or recurring background checks.

Required

Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours)

Required

Minimum Requirements

Willingness and ability to work scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency overtime.

Ability to work effectively; following through on assignments with minimal direction and fluctuating workload.

Ability to read write and communicate effectively in the English language with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Knowledge, skill and ability to apply and practice proper procedures for cleaning and maintaining a variety of floor surfaces including, but not limited to resilient tile floors, carpeted floors, and terrazzo floors.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ability to work a flexible schedule (weekends and holidays; early mornings, mornings, evening or graveyard shifts), as needed to accommodate campus event schedules.

Knowledge, skill, and ability to safely use of cleaning chemicals and understand their interactions, danger signs and disposal methods.

Knowledge, skill and ability to safely use of a wide variety of equipment and machinery common to custodial services including, but not limited to; stripping/buffing machines, vacuums, steam pressure washers, wet/dry shop vacuums, carpet extractors (bonnet, dry, hydro extraction) cleaning machines, raiding flooring cleaning machines, squeegees, brushes, etc.

Ability to perform heavy/physically demanding tasks which require: pushing, pulling, walking, standing, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, stretching, reaching above shoulder level and lifting up to 75 pounds. Ability to safely remove and replace heavy linen carts, refuse/recycling dumpsters from a loading dock routinely using a manual or mechanical cart/equipment.

Ability to work indoors or outdoors with variable temperatures and conditions including: dust, smog, rain or temperatures ranging from high heat with humidity to cold conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of UCR/UC policies, procedures and systems.

Knowledge and skill to use MS Office programs and email.

Basic knowledge in safe and proper procedures when hazardous materials are suspected; knowledge of safe and proper methods to clean up and dispose of biohazards and chemicals such as: rodent droppings, vomit, blood, raw sewage or chemicals.

Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations governing areas related to the responsibilities of the job, including SB-198 Illness and Injury Prevention Program (IIPP).

Knowledge and ability to use desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices.

Ability to read and understand the proper use of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Additional Information:
Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.

UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020

UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.

Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019

Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings

UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details:
Job Description Details

General Information
CUSTODIAN SR 005116 Adam Schnirel Sandra Martinez

Department Custom Scope
Under the direction of the Facilities Services Custodial Supervisor, the Sr. Custodian performs a variety of custodial/housekeeping tasks to care, maintain, disinfect, sanitize, and preserve campus facilities. The Sr. Custodian is responsible for the upkeep of their assigned building(s) to ensure a safe and clean environment for staff and students to enjoy. The Sr. Custodian may work independently or as a part of a team in assigned work areas in a fast-paced environment with project deadlines and close turnarounds while maintaining a positive attitude. The Sr. Custodian uses their own initiative and proactively addresses daily tasks to maintain a clean environment. Sr. Custodians communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students to ensure a good relationship with campus customers.

Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time

Custodial & Housekeeping Maintenance: Performs semi-skilled and skilled routine and emergency cleaning, housekeeping and custodial duties using a wide range of equipment from small hand tools to large riding equipment. Utilizes knowledge of cleaning chemicals and tools to safely perform cleaning tasks including but not limited to extraction, wax, polish, strip, clean, buff, sanitize, disinfect, dust, wash, vacuum, etc. Scrubs, cleans, disinfects and sanitizes walls, floors, ceilings, fixtures, equipment, toilets, showers, refrigerators, drinking fountains, counters, handrails, furniture, glass, etc. Performs emergency clean up tasks including, but not limited to cleaning during flooding or water damage, chemicals, sewage, bodily fluids or broken glass. Understands and utilizes safety procedures and protocols to clean biohazardous materials and chemicals; reports biohazards or chemical spills immediately. Restocks and replenishes custodial closets and restroom areas with soap, paper towels, toilet paper, and all other types of custodial supplies. Cleans and maintains tools, equipment and custodial closets; notifies supervisor of malfunctioning equipment and tags equipment requiring repairs. Removes graffiti, unauthorized posters, or tape from walls, windows or surfaces. Locks and unlocks building and rooms, as instructed; secures buildings and protects against unauthorized access/entry into buildings. Assists with the integrated pest management program (IPM) and control and eradication of insects and rodents; performs routine and emergency control of varmints and insects using various safety approved sprays and powders. Safely cleans, disposes and sanitizes areas of animal droppings or deceased animals. Collaborates with other Facilities Services to accomplish major refurbishment projects by cleaning construction debris, moving furniture or large carpet rolls and performing final cleaning.

50%

Floor Care: Responsible for overall floor maintenance of a wide variety of floor surfaces; maintains by stripping, waxing, buffing, shampooing, mopping, extracting and bonneting interiors and exterior floors not limited to but including offices, lobbies, meeting rooms, study rooms, stairwells, restaurants and courtyards.

20%

Communication: Communicates progress of work verbally and/or in writing. Responds to daily work orders and performs necessary emergency requests, as instructed. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, staff, faculty and students. Communicates and reports to a supervisor and/or staff regarding any potential issues, not limited to potential safety hazards (e.g. broken glass, damaged porches or steps, excess water, fire, etc.) liabilities or conditions/items requiring repair or replacement (e.g. burned out lights, broken restroom fixtures, maintenance issues, unlocked/unsecured doors, broken locks, malfunctioning alarm pads, etc.). Reports suspicious activity to a supervisor or UC Police.

10%

Exterior Cleaning Maintenance: Maintains exterior of buildings by sweeping or blowing down sidewalks, stairs and walkways; cleans using high-steam pressure washers and riding sidewalk scrubbers. Ensures building entrances are maintained from free hazards and trash. Cleans map stands, outdoor equipment and furniture.

Moving: Moves furniture, equipment and materials as required for general cleaning maintenance or set-ups. Receives, moves, stores or organizes, large quantities of housekeeping supplies and paper goods. Moves supplies and equipment around the campus, as necessary. Utilizes safe moving and lifting procedures to move large refuse/recycling containers, laundry carts and furniture. Moves or modifies set ups of a variety of sized and types of furniture including, but not limited to; desks, tables, chairs, sofas, office furniture, fixtures, beds, etc. Moving may be accomplished by hand, moving carts or dollies.

Refuse & Recycling Support: Empties, moves and hauls refuse, recycling and/or cigarette butt bins; removes refuse and litter, cleans bins/lids and assists with recycling efforts, as required. Removes large amounts of trash and recycling before and after events as necessary. Moves and returns refuse and recycling dumpsters by hand or with vehicle connecting type systems for refuse waste management pick up. Assists with emergency trash clean-up, cardboard box breakdown and disposing of waste materials into the appropriate integrated waste management bins.

Event Set Up & Support: Sets-up and resets special events, meetings, and conferences, as instructed by supervisors or contracts. Set-ups and resets include moving furniture, podiums, and refuse/recycling containers; cleans and sanitizes meeting rooms, conferences or event spaces. Assists with summer conference events and groups as necessary; moving and storing laundry carts, furniture, cleaning rooms, changing bed linens, exchanging towels and other amenities. Completes work to accommodate the needs of conference groups, guests, and campus customers.

5%

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