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Job Summary The Custodian I performs all custodial duties using our team cleaning system including the use of a 13-20 pound backpack vacuum. The basic custodial duties include cleaning restrooms picking up debris on floors cleaning offices and all areas of the building.
This position operates equipment used for routine maintenance work including but not limited to power washers upholstery and carpet spot cleaning machines and counter rotating brush carpet pile lifters.
Custodial and Grounds staff are considered critical employees which means in the event of a University of Michigan emergency reduction in operations including a public health emergency suspension of academic classes or during weather-related reductions in operations the Director of Custodial and Grounds Services has designated this position as critical. The work this department performs allows for the continuance of patient care student housing animal husbandry utility distribution snow removal debris removal and other critical infrastructure support.
Who We Are Custodial Services provides cleaning services to University of Michigan administrative and academic buildings on the Ann Arbor campus. We service over 13 million square feet of floor space in over 250 buildings. Building Services employs over 400 people consisting of custodial pest management support administrative and managerial staff.
Our mission is to maintain the facilities to provide a sanitary safe and pleasant environment for the University of Michigans students faculty staff and guests.
Why Work at Michigan Being part of something greater of serving a larger mission of discovery and care thats the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way great or small every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Its adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Required Qualifications Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Ability to effectively communicate with and follow instructions from co-workers supervisors customers and facility managers.
Ability to wear a 13-20 pound backpack vacuum for up to 8 hours a day.
Ability to effectively clean maintain areas that are located in various positions including several feet off the floor close to the floor and under/around obstacles.
Must be able to remove snow from building entranceways using shovels and other tools.
Must be able to perform all duties in the job classification with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Work Schedule Various shifts are available.
Additional Information Facilities and Operations is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful collaborative solutions-based and proactive.
Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages benefits hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.