Custodian Group I

About the job

Work Schedule

Ability and willingness to work weekends, various shifts.

This recruitment is to fill three (3) vacancies.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Primary Purpose

Responsible for general janitorial and custodial duties of University wide facilities to include Resident Halls for students.

Pacific offers full-time employees a unique opportunity to live on our beautiful campus at below-market rental rates—helping you save time and money on your commute.

Essential Functions

• Cleans and sanitizes restroom facilities in accordance with established university health standards.

• Cleans all surfaces in offices, classrooms, common spaces, restrooms, laboratories, meeting rooms, and other spaces in university facilities.

• Empties and cleans waste receptacles in university facilities. Transports contents to designated disposal sites.

• Sweeps, mops, strips, waxes, polishes, buffs, and applies special finishes to floors.

• Vacuums, shampoos, and spot-cleans carpets and walk-off mats.

• Washes the interior and exterior of windows and glass surfaces as required.

• Identifies maintenance or repair needs and reports condition to the supervisor.

• Determines cleaning supplies required for assigned work areas and orders materials through supervisor.

• Sweeps and cleans walkways around assigned buildings.

• Sets up and breaks down events and signature events, including moving tables and chairs; arranging venue furniture and event equipment; and cleaning and restoring event spaces following events.

• Performs other duties as assigned by lead or manager.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills/Knowledge and Expertise:

• Ability and willingness to work w eekends, various shifts.

• Ability to follow oral and written instruction.

• Knowledge of and adeptness in the use of manual tools.

• Ability to learn and adhere to university procedures involving the handling of cleaning agents or potentially hazardous materials.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods of time. Ability to lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Ability to perform repetitive duties involving use of arms and hands, stooping, bending and kneeling. Physical stamina and endurance to carry out duties assigned. Manual dexterity to perform duties assigned.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Ability and willingness to work weekends, various shifts.

Union membership required.

Valid driver’s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University’s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.