UM Launchpad at the University of Montana is hiring: Custodian II in Donaldson

Helena College University of Montana, a comprehensive two-year college, provides access to and support of high-quality lifelong educational opportunities for our diverse community. Helena College is seeking two qualified applicants to become part of a dynamic and creative team as full-time Custodian II.

The Custodian II works under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Facilities. The duties of the custodian are to ensure all work areas are clean, neat, and sanitary by sweeping, mopping, buffing floors, disinfecting, scrubbing, emptying trash, dusting, restocking paper products, and other items as directed. Other responsibilities include moving furniture and maintaining security of work areas during shift. This will also include cyclical work, such as deep cleaning of windows, carpet extraction, and snow removal. On occasion, may provide lead custodial services to a small crew of Custodian I's and/or student work-study employees. Maintaining cleaning equipment, organizing cleaning gear lockers, learning and performing maintenance on janitorial equipment are also custodial requirements.

Custodial responsibilities include providing daily cleaning of the campus buildings and its contents to industry and department standards.

Record Keeping involves preparing reports and documents pertaining to maintenance, supplies, project cleaning, and physical inventories.

Security duties include providing basic security for buildings by locking doors, windows, and checking for and reporting maintenance problems. Report hazardous situations and obtain assistance for distressed people.

The Custodian II will interact with the campus community and general public, performing project work with large and small teams. Work with other university departments as required. Work with faculty, students, kitchen staff, and the general public at all times with patience, courtesy, and respect.

This position will work effectively at both our Donaldson and Airport campuses.

Requirements:

• High school diploma and 6 months of experience, or GED and one-year custodian/janitorial experience.
• The ability to perform constant and heavy physical activity.
• Knowledge of custodial cleaning techniques, supplies, and equipment; skilled in cleaning all types of physical environments; skilled in cleaning all types of floor materials; ability/willing to learn and perform specialized cleaning techniques; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; must be skilled in time management; ability to maintain an organized, safe work environment; ability to work with little supervision, must be able to perform constant physical activity and heavy lifting and carrying.
• Must always work safely, identify unsafe conditions, and provide immediate action to safeguard campus personnel and equipment from damage.
• Requires flexible working hours to support business operations, Monday through Sunday, as requested by supervisor.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must have experience of basic supervisory techniques. Assist in training employees. Ability to set priorities, evaluate work, and report findings to supervisor.
• Ability to familiarize with basic physical layouts of both campuses. Communicate effectively with the campus community, colleagues, management, and the general public.
• Ability to perceive possible problems with environments and machinery.
• Must possess ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, concisely, and congenially with coworkers and strangers.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to perform constant, heavy physical activity; ability to transport, set-up, and work from scaffolds and ladders. Must be able to shovel snow. Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions. Hazards include exposure to extreme heat, cold, and occasional wind; exposure to cleaning chemicals and supplies, blood-borne pathogens; slippery surfaces, live equipment, heavy lifting, and carrying (up to 80 pounds) working alone at night.
• This position can require you to report early or stay late for snow removal, resulting in a longer than normal 8-hour workday (overtime compensation in accordance with Montana Code Annotated.)

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Saturday varied. This position will work effectively at both our Donaldson and Airport campuses.

Benefits: Includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Union Affiliation: Local #400 International Union of Operating Engineers.

Probationary Period: Six months minimum.

Helena College University of Montana is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class.