Title: Custodian

Employee Classification: Custodian

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Union Administration

Department: UNT-Coliseum/Gateway Center-163601

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $30,160.00, Commensurate with education and experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

University Centers and Events (UCE) encompasses the University Union, Gateway Center and Coliseum. University Centers and Events (UCE), provides quality programs, services, and facilities that enhance the educational experience and create a community for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. We assist students to become good citizens of a global community, prepared to function in a diverse world. 

Position Overview

This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitation work within the Coliseum and/or Gateway Center. This position also performs various physically demanding semi-skilled manual tasks necessary to prepare for public events, such as erecting stages, tables, chairs and operation of audio/visual equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

There are no minimum education or experience requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to follow oral and written instructions ability to read and understand labels on chemicals.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts to complete tasks (example: measuring and mixing chemicals). Sufficient knowledge of cleaning methods and the proper use of cleaning equipment.
Ability to operate vacuum cleaner, floor waxer, floor buffer, and other cleaning equipment.
Physical ability to perform work involving standing, stooping, operating cleaning equipment, and lifting of materials and equipment.
Ability to recognize and to report maintenance needs in buildings.
Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to climb stairs and lift 75 pounds in order to move/setup tables, chairs and equipment. Ability to work overtime and flex schedule, based on event needs.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Demonstrates knowledge in the operation of audio/visual technical equipment, lighting systems, and basic office computer software. 
• Cleans assigned areas and handles recycling in accordance with established standards, methods, and practices. Ensures usage instructions/dilution ratio of cleaning chemicals and other custodial products are followed. Exhibits conservation, efficiency, and responsibility in the use of university resources. 
• Manages time efficiently in performance of duties and completes assigned work responsibilities with a minimum of supervision. Collaborates to assist others or to assume additional responsibilities as needed. 
• Installs and removes equipment for events, including the basketball floor, basketball goals, and scorers tables, as well as lighting systems, audio/visual technical equipment, staging, stairs, tables, chairs, and related items, working in coordination with other departments.
• Is consistently at work on time. Gives appropriate advance notice when absence or delay is unavoidable. Plans leave/vacation time cooperatively with supervisor to assure continued service of area. Has ability to work a flex schedule to assist with the operation of special events on evenings and weekends. 
• Serves as liaison with customers and the university community, ensuring that customer needs are met through operation of facilities for public events, delivering a positive customer service experience. -
• Works in harmony and fosters positive relations with others by practicing cooperation and understanding, initiating and/or engaging in team efforts, and establishing and maintaining open communication where active listening is practiced. 
• Completes all work using safe work habits and methods to prevent injuries, using equipment properly and in the manner required or directed, keeping all equipment in good working order and following storage procedures, and reporting any unsafe actor conditions to your supervisor immediately. 
• Support, enforce, comply with and stay current about University and Coliseum/Gateway policies, procedures, mission statement, and commitment to service. 

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 1pm-10pm, Flex to cover events

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.