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Job Title Custodial Worker
Requisition Number RE42806
Working Title
Department Name 3CP02:Phys Plt-Custodial Services
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 40
Salary Range $15.15-24.26/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education GS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience None
Required License/Registration/Certification None
Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and possibly over 50lbs; Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Repetitive motion.
Work is performed in assigned zone locations and employee may occasionally be exposed to elements, weather, and other non-office or inside building type conditions.
Shift Multiple Shifts Needed
Monday – Friday Shifts:

  • 3:30am – 12:00 noon;
  • 5:30am – 2:15pm;
  • 6:00am – 2:30pm;
  • 7:00am – 3:30pm
  • 2:00pm – 10:30pm;
  • 4:30pm -1:00am
  • 9:30pm – 6:00am.

Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and may include some nights(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.
Job Summary The University of Kentucky (UK), the state’s flagship university, was founded in 1865 and now covers over 900 acres and is home to more than 30,000 students and approximately 13,500 employees. An exciting and fulfilling place to work, the University of Kentucky has been named on the 2023 Forbes’ America’s Best Large Employers list, ranking sixth out of 500 total companies, and second in the education category.
The University of Kentucky is seeking motivated and hard-working individuals who thrive in environments that offer task variety and who enjoy working on a team to fill its Custodial Worker positions.
This position reports directly to the Custodial Supervisor and performs daily custodial services requirements provided within assigned zone area(s) including:

  • General cleaning and trash removal; cleaning various building room types and surfaces (i.e.) restrooms, offices, lobbies, entrances, stairwells, laboratories, elevators, medical areas, etc.
  • Applying proper cleaning techniques which may include: vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, stripping and waxing, dusting, spot cleaning, scrubbing, and disinfecting
  • Removing trash and recycling
  • Restocking all fixtures (toilet paper, towels, soap, and sanitizer)
  • Utilizing various equipment (vacuum cleaners, floor machines, etc.) in completion of duties

In addition, the Custodial Worker:

  • Demonstrates excellent customer service for internal and external customers
  • Informs Custodial Supervisor and/or Custodial Team Lead of customer needs and delivers an appropriate response(s), as directed
  • Demonstrates progress towards reaching goals and objectives
  • Demonstrates compliance with quality assurance inspection results for assigned zone(s)
  • Demonstrates compliance with instructions regarding work in-process and upon completion
  • Delivers work results which are in compliance with established practices and standards, and overall acceptability of work
  • Ensures all assigned working areas are maintained in a safe and orderly manner and continuously free of trash and debris
  • Maintains appropriate inventory supply levels and requests re-orders, as needed
  • Operates and maintains equipment in a safe manner and requests repairs, as needed
  • Demonstrates compliance with personal protective equipment (PPE) usage; use of cautionary signage; and use of appropriate cleaning chemicals
  • Demonstrates compliance with safety codes, OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements

UK offers exceptional benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a matching retirement savings plan, vacation leave, sick leave and more. Under our matching retirement plan, you contribute 5% of your base salary, and UK proudly contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of your salary, for a 200% match. You will be fully vested after three years of continuous, regular, full-time service. For additional details click here: https://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/our-benefits
UK Facilities Management looks forward to you joining our team to begin making a positive impact at the University today!
Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled which could be prior to deadline date listed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Dependability, team player, and strong customer service skills
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience High School + 1-Year
Driver’s License — Preferred
Deadline to Apply 02/14/2024
University Community of Inclusion The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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