Custodian I- Residence Life- UM Western
University Of Montana
Location: Missoula Montana
Time: 2 weeks ago
Responsibilities
Provide housekeeping/custodial care for assigned areas by performing a variety of tasks to meet cleanliness standards set by the University, including but not limited to restrooms, showers, resident’s rooms, hallways, stairwells, kitchens, laundries, study rooms, lobby areas, offices, and TV lounges; proactively identify areas for extra cleaning, reporting any facility issues and taking necessary steps to resolve any discovered issues; manage the staff laundry facility; perform special projects during the various academic year breaks such as deep cleaning rooms, common areas, and carpet/floor care. Custodial duties also include changing light bulbs, shampooing, and extracting carpets. Duties may also include seasonal work such as deep cleaning windows, shoveling snow, and other duties as relevant to the duties of the position or as assigned by supervisor.
Hours
Typical work week is M-F, 7am-4pm (includes lunch and breaks). This position works limited weekends per year, one weekend in August for move in days, and a few weekends during summer sports camps. Average of only 2-3 weekends per year.
Qualifications
High school diploma/equivalent with preferred housekeeping related experience. Must have superior attention to detail and strong customer service orientation with excellent communication skills and ability to interact professionally with a variety of students, guests, staff, and others. Must have the ability to read, understand directions and cleaning procedures with knowledge of safety and health practices relating to custodial work, or ability to be trained in such areas. Must be able to physically perform duties regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb. Required to use fingers and hands to handle materials and tools or equipment, and reach with hands and/or arms. Must be able to lift and/or move 50 pounds with or without assistance. Must be able to perform duties when frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles or blood borne pathogens and toxic or caustic chemicals.
The University & Dillon Area
The University of Montana Western is a dynamic, innovative, undergraduate university with over 70 full-time faculty and more than 1,200 students. It is located in Dillon, Montana in the scenic Rocky Mountains and has been awarded numerous top national rankings for delivering high quality, affordable education.
Montana Western is the only public four-year college in the nation offering Experience One (X1), experiential learning delivered on the block schedule. Class sizes are small and students take a single course at a time, three hours each day for 18 days, before moving on to the next course. Each course is four credits and four blocks are offered each semester. The block schedule facilitates field and lab work, undergraduate research, study travel, and interdisciplinary teaching. Montana Western’s faculty strongly believe in mentoring and inspiring students, and assisting them in the transition from university life to professional careers.
The University of Montana Western is an integral part of the Dillon Community. With a population of 5,000 people, Dillon is known for outstanding public schools, safe environments, recreational opportunities, and an excellent quality of life.
The University of Montana Western is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from qualified women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities. Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UMW may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UMW, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
Application
Review of applications will begin immediately, but will remain open until the position is filled.
A complete application Includes:
1. Letter of Interest – A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
2. Professional References – Names and contact information for three (3) professional references.
*Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
**Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.
***You may also submit electronic application materials to
****For questions relating to this position contact Kylee Tash at 509-934-0409 or by email at .
Job Location
Dillon, Montana, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
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