Lead Custodian

Job ID:
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Schedule: Various
Category: Campus Facilities and Support Services
Salary: $41,864 - $57,441
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Organization: Facilities Planning Design & Const
Department: Aaron Uresti
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:
Under the direction of the Facilities Services Custodial Supervisor, the Lead Custodian leads and guides by executing and performing a variety of custodial/housekeeping tasks. The Lead Custodian is responsible to maintain, disinfect, sanitize, and preserve the campus throughout the University of California, Riverside. In addition, the Lead Custodian acts as a subject matter expert and provides leadership to custodial staff who perform such tasks as: clean, dust, strip, wax, sweep, mop, polish, vacuum, replenish restrooms, and remove refuse/recycling throughout campus facilities, conference rooms, elevators, stairwells, exteriors, etc. This position my work independently or as part of a team in assigned work areas. Oversees critical day-to-day operations in supervisor's absence. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.

The full salary range for the Lead Custodian position is $20.05 - $27.51 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.

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Requirements:
Requirements

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma

Required

Experience Requirements

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in custodial/housekeeping operations with an emphasis in floor care; 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, riding 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

One (1) year of experience leading or supervising custodial/housekeeping staff and operations.

Preferred

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

License Requirements

Valid Driver License

Required

Special Conditions
Special

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

Required

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

Required

Public Driving Record

Required

Overtime

Required

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

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

Minimum Requirements

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.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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

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 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, riding flooring cleaning machines, squeegees, brushes, etc.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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

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 of UCR/UC policies, procedures and systems.

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

Knowledge and skill to use MS Office programs and email.


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/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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

Job Description Details:
Job Description Details

General Information
CUSTODIAN LD 005113 Aaron Uresti Sandra Martinez

Department Custom Scope
Under the direction of the Facilities Services Custodial Supervisor, the Lead Custodian independently performs various custodial/housekeeping tasks, supports the operational workflow as a leader, is a subject matter expert, and may support the staff with training. The Lead Custodian is responsible for maintaining, disinfecting, sanitizing, and preserving the buildings throughout the University of California, Riverside campus. This position may work independently or as part of a team in assigned work areas and supports critical day-to-day operations in the supervisor's absence at the direction of the Custodial Manager. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty, and students.

Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time

Floor Care:

Responsible for overall floor maintenance of a wide variety of 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.

30%

Custodial Maintenance Duties:

Performs semi-skilled and skilled routine and emergency cleaning, 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 safety perform cleaning tasks including but not limited to extraction, wax, polish, strip, clean, buff, sanitize, disinfect, dust, 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 and 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.

Perform relief duties in needs, short-term, staffing needs.

Collaborates with other Facilities Services units to accomplish major refurbishment projects by cleaning construction debris, moving furniture or large carpet rolls and performing final cleaning, etc.

25%

Lead Custodian Responsibilities:

Leads, guides, and clarifies instructions for the maintenance, repair, installation, troubleshooting, modification and inspection of service requests.

Acts as a subject matter expert related to custodial duties, equipment, and cleaning chemicals.

Makes recommendations on staff, equipment, materials and other sources of cost savings or efficiency improvements. Makes recommendations on work assignments based on individual skill sets. Trains new and existing team members on campus systems, procedures and methods.

Establishes and maintains a high level of professionalism that supports collaboration and problem solving while building strong working relationships with customers, supervisors, colleagues, contractors and campus partners.

May perform job walks, inspections or scope work, as necessary; may assist with developing estimates for labor and material.

Oversees the maintenance of tools and equipment; ensures the safe operation of equipment and safety procedures are followed when performing work.

Provides administrative support by processing work order requests; prepares written documentation of work performed in a clear and concise manner.

Oversees critical day-to-day operations in supervisor's absence.

May oversee work performed by contractors to ensure compliance with campus procedures and safety guidelines.

Responds to customer complaints and requests for information. Works with customer and campus personnel to accurately define the nature of the problem, determine the appropriate course of action, make recommendations and follow up to ensure resolution has been effective.

15%

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%

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.

5%

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.

5%

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%

Moving:

Moves furniture, equipment and materials as required for general cleaning maintenance or set-ups.

Receives, moves, stores or organizes, large quantities of custodial 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.

5%


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