Custodian - Academic Services
Job in
La Crosse, La Crosse County, Wisconsin, 54602, USA
Listed on 2026-01-10
Listing for:
University of Wisconsin Colleges
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-10
Job specializations:
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Cleaning Services, Facility Maintenance, Janitor, Building Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
*** Current Employees:
If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.***##
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* Position Title:
** Custodian - Academic Services##
** Job Category:
** University Staff##
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* Employment Type:
** Regular##
** Job Profile:
** Custodian##
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* Job Duties:
** This position is designed to assist with custodial coverage on the UW-La Crosse campus in academic buildings. This position is responsible for daily cleaning including dusting, mopping, trash removal, and minor repair of equipment. In addition, this position will assist with moving projects which requires the ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Specific duties, areas of responsibility, work hours and schedule assigned on a position by position basis.
This is a full-time position with expected continuous employment and includes a State of Wisconsin benefits package. The starting salary is $16.00 per hour and will include night and weekend pay differential.
** Hours worked between 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM additional $0.80/hour. Hours worked 12:00 AM Saturday to 12:00 AM Monday additional $0.80/hour.
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* Work Location:
Academic Buildings including offices, classrooms and the sports complex
Work Schedule:
Multiple schedules open.
** Including 2nd and 3rd shifts (3pm-11pm and 10:30pm-6:30am) with flexibility to adjust schedule with prior department approval.
** The Division of Administration and Finance is committed to providing quality campus services to faculty, staff, students and external constituencies in support of the university’s mission of teaching, research, and public service. The division includes Business Services, Budget Office, Facilities Planning & Management, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, and University Police & Parking Services.
UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at .##
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Job Responsibilities:
** General Cleaning and Sanitation
* Clean and disinfect commodes, urinals, wash basins, drinking fountains, lockers and swimming pools.
* Clean and de-lime chrome, stainless steel and shower rooms.
* Clean and refill dispensers.
* Clean door glass, mirrors, windows, elevator tracks, vents, floor drains, blinds, chalkboards and/or whiteboards, etc.
* Wash walls, doors and partitions.
* Dust/wash/polish furniture, handrails and flat surfaces.
* Empty and clean waste/recycle containers.
* Remove trash/recycling from building to outside dumpsters.
* Change lights and clean light fixtures.
* Maintain equipment, make minor repairs where possible and complete repair requests as needed.
Floor Maintenance
* Sweep/dust mop/wet mop floors, steps and landings. Remove gum as needed.
* Operate floor care equipment to remove old floor finish and sealer.
* Apply new sealer and floor finish. Perform periodic burnishing of floors.
* Vacuum carpeting and mats. Move furniture as needed.
* Operate carpet shampooing equipment to clean carpeting and mats.
Set-ups/Moving Projects and Miscellaneous Duties
* Move furniture, equipment and packages for set-ups, periodic cleaning and relocating purposes, must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
* Sweep/remove snow and ice. Apply ice melt on entrances, steps and ramps.
* Test pool water, keep records of results and make necessary adjustments to maintain proper levels.
* Other duties as assigned by supervisor.##
** Department:
** Custodial Services - Academic##
** Compensation:**$16.00 / hour##
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* Required Qualifications:
*** Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
* Ability to repeatedly push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders.
* Must be able to work with hands and arms above shoulder level; requires considerable movement of the arms, twisting and bending of the back.
* Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges for trash removal from the buildings and also snow and ice removal from entrances.
* Must…
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