University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Custodian (University Centers)
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin, us, 54602
Posting Details
Position Information
Recruitment Number 1624
Number of Vacancies 1
Working Title Custodian (University Centers)
Classification Title CUSTODIAN
Proposed Salary to be Offered $16.00 / hour
Appointment Percentage (Budget) 100
Position Summary
This position is designed to assist with custodial coverage on the UW-La Crosse campus in the university centers. This position is responsible for daily cleaning including dusting, mopping, trash removal, and minor repair of equipment. In addition, this position will assist with moving projects which requires the ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Specific duties, areas of responsibility, work hours and schedule assigned on a position by position basis. This position is an AM Floater position working 6am - 2:30pm Friday through Tuesday with Weekend Differential pay and days off of Wednesday and Thursday.
Position Type Staff/Administrative
Pay Basis Hourly
FLSA Non-Exempt
Contingent Upon Funding No
Is this position eligible for employment sponsorship, (H1B or PERM)? No
Required Qualifications Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Ability to repeatedly push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders. Must be able to work with hands and arms above shoulder level; requires considerable movement of the arms, twisting and bending of the back. Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges for trash removal from the buildings and also snow and ice removal from entrances. Must have sufficient physical strength and flexibility to lift and pour 5-gallon containers of chemicals, to empty buckets and to remove garbage, trash, and recycling from the buildings. Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit to perform essential job functions for the duration of the shift. Ability to observe and react to hazards and changing conditions in the work environment (e.g., wet floors, broken glass, member or other person in need of assistance, etc.) Ability to read work instructions and schedules, warning signs, and labels. Ability to retain and carry out multiple work assignments. Knowledge of basic safety precautions including use of caustic and toxic chemicals, methods of lifting heavy objects, safe work clothing and coverings, and the use of personal protection equipment. Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as industrial vacuum cleaners and carpet extractors, and electric floor buffers. Preferred Qualifications
Prior custodial experience. Experience with event set-ups. Physical Demands
Reasonable Accommodations UWL provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact
hrinfo@uwlax.edu
or 608.785.8013. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
All position descriptions are required to provide physical demands and working condition/environment and may not be published in the job announcement. For information on the physical demands and/or working conditions/environment for this position, please contact Human Resources at
hrinfo@uwlax.edu
or 608.785.8013.
Working conditions and environment
Weekend, nights and/or holiday hours may be required for some positions. Some positions may require a valid driver's license and the certification to drive a state vehicle. Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges for trash removal from the buildings and also snow and ice removal from entrances. Miscellaneous Information
Information about your Benefits Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. Highlights include:
paid vacation for 12-month positions. excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage. paid holidays and sick days. after 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career. benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.
Benefit eligibility is determined at point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.
Information about UWL and the Surrounding Region
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW-La Crosse) provides a challenging, dynamic, and diverse learning environment in which the entire university community is fully engaged in supporting student success. Grounded in the liberal arts, UW-La Crosse fosters curiosity and life-long learning through collaboration, innovation, and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all, UW-La Crosse is a regional academic and cultural center that prepares students to take their place in a constantly changing world community.
For more than a decade UW-La Crosse has been named one of Kiplinger's 100 Best Values in Public Universities and has appeared prominently on the U.S. News & World Report list of "America's Best Colleges" for more than 15 years, and is ranked #4 on its list of the Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest. UW-La Crosse ranks 6th nationally among the Top LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges for 2018-19 by AffordableCollegesOnline.org (ACO).
With a student population of roughly 10,500, the university offers 91 undergraduate programs, 21 graduate programs, and 2 doctoral programs through the following three colleges, the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Science and Health, as well as the School of Education. There are over 600 full-time faculty and instructional academic staff, 75 percent of whom hold terminal degrees. UW-La Crosse boasts a retention rate (freshmen returning as sophomores) of 84 percent, graduation rate (degree within six years) of 70 percent, and is among only 12 institutions cited nationally by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for its success in linking campus culture and university leadership to outstanding graduation rates.
UW-La Crosse's strategic plan Sustaining Excellence continues to move our community forward through its four pillars: increasing community engagement, achieving excellence through equity and diversity, investing in our people, and advancing transformational education. More information about the ongoing work of Sustaining Excellence is available at
www.uwlax.edu/info/strategic-plan .
The UW-La Crosse campus is in southwestern Wisconsin, nestled in a residential area of the City of La Crosse and positioned as part of a larger metro area with a population close to 140,000. The area, known as the 7 Rivers Region, is famous for its exceptional natural beauty which includes the Mississippi River on one side, majestic bluffs on the other, and views of rolling farmland and forested valleys in between. Abundant water, woodlands and varying terrain provide ample opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. Only a couple of hours from Minneapolis or Madison, La Crosse enjoys the affordability and charm of small town living with larger city benefits. Three colleges, two world-class medical institutions, the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century downtown business district, and a number of galleries and art centers have made La Crosse a regional center for culture, entertainment, medical care, shopping, sports and recreation. More information about the La Crosse metro area can be found here:
Choose La Crosse . Learn more about UW-La Crosse here:
https://www.uwlax.edu/human-resources/services/talent-acquisition-and-employment/finalist-welcome/
Civil Rights and Compliance Statement The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring faculty and staff that are qualified and broadly trained. UWL, in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act is committed to fostering an environment that embraces inclusive excellence and equitable treatment of all parties. Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Inclusive excellence is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for the University of Wisconsin La Crosse. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the Universities of Wisconsin community.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see
https://www.uwlax.edu/police/annual-security-report/
or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.
Redbook Position Yes
Division/College Student Affairs Division
Description of College / Department / Program / Division / Unit
The Division of Student Affairs' role is to enhance and support students learning experience here at UWL. We work closely with faculty, staff, community members, alumni and most importantly, students to provide quality programs and services which promote learning, leadership, involvement, service, and the celebration of diversity. The Division includes several departments: Campus Child Center, Counseling and Testing, Student Health Center, Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreational Sports, Residence Life, Student Life, University Centers, and the Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students office. The staff of the Division is truly student-centered and concerned about the holistic development of the student.
Duties/Responsibilities
These are the job duties required for the position.
Position Information
Recruitment Number 1624
Number of Vacancies 1
Working Title Custodian (University Centers)
Classification Title CUSTODIAN
Proposed Salary to be Offered $16.00 / hour
Appointment Percentage (Budget) 100
Position Summary
This position is designed to assist with custodial coverage on the UW-La Crosse campus in the university centers. This position is responsible for daily cleaning including dusting, mopping, trash removal, and minor repair of equipment. In addition, this position will assist with moving projects which requires the ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Specific duties, areas of responsibility, work hours and schedule assigned on a position by position basis. This position is an AM Floater position working 6am - 2:30pm Friday through Tuesday with Weekend Differential pay and days off of Wednesday and Thursday.
Position Type Staff/Administrative
Pay Basis Hourly
FLSA Non-Exempt
Contingent Upon Funding No
Is this position eligible for employment sponsorship, (H1B or PERM)? No
Required Qualifications Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Ability to repeatedly push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders. Must be able to work with hands and arms above shoulder level; requires considerable movement of the arms, twisting and bending of the back. Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges for trash removal from the buildings and also snow and ice removal from entrances. Must have sufficient physical strength and flexibility to lift and pour 5-gallon containers of chemicals, to empty buckets and to remove garbage, trash, and recycling from the buildings. Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit to perform essential job functions for the duration of the shift. Ability to observe and react to hazards and changing conditions in the work environment (e.g., wet floors, broken glass, member or other person in need of assistance, etc.) Ability to read work instructions and schedules, warning signs, and labels. Ability to retain and carry out multiple work assignments. Knowledge of basic safety precautions including use of caustic and toxic chemicals, methods of lifting heavy objects, safe work clothing and coverings, and the use of personal protection equipment. Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as industrial vacuum cleaners and carpet extractors, and electric floor buffers. Preferred Qualifications
Prior custodial experience. Experience with event set-ups. Physical Demands
Reasonable Accommodations UWL provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact
hrinfo@uwlax.edu
or 608.785.8013. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
All position descriptions are required to provide physical demands and working condition/environment and may not be published in the job announcement. For information on the physical demands and/or working conditions/environment for this position, please contact Human Resources at
hrinfo@uwlax.edu
or 608.785.8013.
Working conditions and environment
Weekend, nights and/or holiday hours may be required for some positions. Some positions may require a valid driver's license and the certification to drive a state vehicle. Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges for trash removal from the buildings and also snow and ice removal from entrances. Miscellaneous Information
Information about your Benefits Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. Highlights include:
paid vacation for 12-month positions. excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage. paid holidays and sick days. after 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career. benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.
Benefit eligibility is determined at point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.
Information about UWL and the Surrounding Region
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW-La Crosse) provides a challenging, dynamic, and diverse learning environment in which the entire university community is fully engaged in supporting student success. Grounded in the liberal arts, UW-La Crosse fosters curiosity and life-long learning through collaboration, innovation, and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all, UW-La Crosse is a regional academic and cultural center that prepares students to take their place in a constantly changing world community.
For more than a decade UW-La Crosse has been named one of Kiplinger's 100 Best Values in Public Universities and has appeared prominently on the U.S. News & World Report list of "America's Best Colleges" for more than 15 years, and is ranked #4 on its list of the Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest. UW-La Crosse ranks 6th nationally among the Top LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges for 2018-19 by AffordableCollegesOnline.org (ACO).
With a student population of roughly 10,500, the university offers 91 undergraduate programs, 21 graduate programs, and 2 doctoral programs through the following three colleges, the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Science and Health, as well as the School of Education. There are over 600 full-time faculty and instructional academic staff, 75 percent of whom hold terminal degrees. UW-La Crosse boasts a retention rate (freshmen returning as sophomores) of 84 percent, graduation rate (degree within six years) of 70 percent, and is among only 12 institutions cited nationally by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for its success in linking campus culture and university leadership to outstanding graduation rates.
UW-La Crosse's strategic plan Sustaining Excellence continues to move our community forward through its four pillars: increasing community engagement, achieving excellence through equity and diversity, investing in our people, and advancing transformational education. More information about the ongoing work of Sustaining Excellence is available at
www.uwlax.edu/info/strategic-plan .
The UW-La Crosse campus is in southwestern Wisconsin, nestled in a residential area of the City of La Crosse and positioned as part of a larger metro area with a population close to 140,000. The area, known as the 7 Rivers Region, is famous for its exceptional natural beauty which includes the Mississippi River on one side, majestic bluffs on the other, and views of rolling farmland and forested valleys in between. Abundant water, woodlands and varying terrain provide ample opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. Only a couple of hours from Minneapolis or Madison, La Crosse enjoys the affordability and charm of small town living with larger city benefits. Three colleges, two world-class medical institutions, the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century downtown business district, and a number of galleries and art centers have made La Crosse a regional center for culture, entertainment, medical care, shopping, sports and recreation. More information about the La Crosse metro area can be found here:
Choose La Crosse . Learn more about UW-La Crosse here:
https://www.uwlax.edu/human-resources/services/talent-acquisition-and-employment/finalist-welcome/
Civil Rights and Compliance Statement The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring faculty and staff that are qualified and broadly trained. UWL, in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act is committed to fostering an environment that embraces inclusive excellence and equitable treatment of all parties. Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Inclusive excellence is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for the University of Wisconsin La Crosse. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the Universities of Wisconsin community.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see
https://www.uwlax.edu/police/annual-security-report/
or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.
Redbook Position Yes
Division/College Student Affairs Division
Description of College / Department / Program / Division / Unit
The Division of Student Affairs' role is to enhance and support students learning experience here at UWL. We work closely with faculty, staff, community members, alumni and most importantly, students to provide quality programs and services which promote learning, leadership, involvement, service, and the celebration of diversity. The Division includes several departments: Campus Child Center, Counseling and Testing, Student Health Center, Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreational Sports, Residence Life, Student Life, University Centers, and the Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students office. The staff of the Division is truly student-centered and concerned about the holistic development of the student.
Duties/Responsibilities
These are the job duties required for the position.