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Lead Academic Custodian

  • 495240
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • FM-Cust/Maint
  • Facilities/Maintenance/Trades
  • Full-time Staff

Salary/Position Classification

  • $38,760 Annual, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 40 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability:No
  • Hybrid Work Availability:No

Purpose of Position

This position is responsible for performing custodial work required for the cleaning and upkeep for buildings. Responsible to create work orders for buildings. Moves furniture and equipment; mopping and scrubbing floors, cleaning walls, waxing and polishing floors and furniture, washing windows, cleaning walks, removing snow, general maintenance of equipment, collects waste and gathering recycling materials; performs other custodial duties as required. As lead, you will ensure staff uses correct and safe procedures to complete duties and assist Supervisor with daily duties such as approving labor.

All Facilities Management positions are subject to callbacks seven day a week, 24 hours a day. Weekend work as required.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Custodial Duties Mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, shampooing, and renewing floor finishes. Washing windows, blinds, mirrors, walls, doors, and woodwork.
  • Cleaning and dusting furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, appliances, and related furnishings.
  • Cleaning and disinfecting rest room in public and /or residential areas. Maintaining a continuous supply of paper in all dispensers.
  • Collecting and picking up waste and recyclable materials, both inside and outside of buildings.
  • May perform power washing, leaf removal, moving snow and may be required to operate a snow blower.
  • Performs required maintenance to keep equipment working properly. Responsible for reporting minor and major maintenance/repairs needed in buildings, on grounds and equipment.
  • Removal of snow from sidewalks and cleaning of the grounds outside.
  • Help moving and setting up furniture and equipment for events or departments.
  • Locking and unlocking main building doors as required.
  • Approve labor in work order system. Ensure areas that are short staffed are covered, by reassigning, readjust the work of others or performing the work when necessary.
  • Ensure staff uses correct and safe procedures to complete duties and respond to work related injuries promptly.
  • Help write evaluations, perform building inspections to evaluate performance, approve or disapprove staff request for leave in absence of supervisor.
  • Keep records of leave used by staff and keep documentation on staff and provide information to supervisor for disciplinary measures, as needed.
  • Ensure employees compliance with all applicable policy and procedures.
  • Efficiently manage all resources to include reviewing and approving technicians’ time entries for accuracy in absence of supervisor.
  • Frequently review all shop WOs, determine priorities and plan for completion; review accuracy and close out completed WOs.
  • Instruct and train employees in the proper methods and equipment to be used in the performance of their work with approved cleaning specifications.
  • Inspect the work of subordinates to ensure proper standards are maintained.
  • Instruct on proper and safe practices for all cleaning supplies & equipment, to include floor scrubbers, buffers, and vacuum cleaners.
  • Complete the BST Employee Checklist ensuring all areas are initialed Assist with harassment training and other web-based employment requirements.
  • Clerical Duties Responsible for entering labor hours in our computerized program, Assetworks/ AiM Submit supply requests and work orders.
  • Responsible for submitting timely leave requests to management. Responsible for checking and reading University email account on a regular basis.

Required Competencies

  • Requires the ability to interact and communicate with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers.
  • Ability to work in a diverse workforce. Must be able to communicate effectively and follow directives.
  • Ability to comprehend and follow directives. Requires sound decision-making skills.
  • The ability to understand and complete necessary training for the job classification.

Minimum Requirements

  • HS/ GED OR equivalent experience
  • 2 years of custodial experience OR 1 year of supervisory experience
  • Valid Drivers License
  • Successful completion of a criminal history records check.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.  This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Basic Microsoft Office computer experience.
  • Experience with cleaning equipment.
  • Experience with AiM or other work order systems.
  • Familiar with UND policy and procedures.

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.

Position Benefits

Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.

Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.

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Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/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 or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.