Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $37,440.00 - $1.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
employer-paid basic medical coverage
Retirement contributions
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Paid holidays
career growth
Professional Development
Job Description
The University of Texas at Austin is a renowned public research university committed to excellence in education, research, and community service. Within its expansive campus, the University Housing and Dining department operates with the goal of providing safe, clean, and comfortable living environments for its student population. The department is responsible for managing university apartments and dining services, supporting a vibrant community for students to thrive academically and socially.
The University Apartments team plays a vital role within University Housing and Dining by ensuring the maintenance and cleanliness of student living environments. This department is seeking a dedicated and dili... Show More
The University Apartments team plays a vital role within University Housing and Dining by ensuring the maintenance and cleanliness of student living environments. This department is seeking a dedicated and dili... Show More
Job Requirements
- Six months of commercial cleaning experience
- Six months experience working with commercial cleaning equipment such as floor care equipment
- Valid Class C driver's license
- Ability to provide a current three-year driving record
- Obtain Texas driver's license within 30 days if not a Texas resident
- Pass strength and agility testing prior to employment
Job Qualifications
- High school graduation or GED
- More than one year of janitorial experience in a large institution
- More than one year experience with vacuum cleaners, buffers, and floor machines
- More than one year experience stripping and refinishing vinyl tile floors
- Experience in building services at the University of Texas
- Experience cleaning offices and/or apartments
- Experience inspecting apartments and submitting written work requests
- Demonstrated ability to follow verbal work instructions from supervisors, customers, and co-workers
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Job Duties
- Perform custodial cleaning duties in apartments including dusting, wiping light fixtures and ceiling fans
- Strip and wax vinyl composite tile (VCT) floors with three coats of wax and clean floor edges
- Sweep and mop vinyl plank floors thoroughly
- Clean interior and exterior windows and wipe window blinds
- Wipe cabinets, shelving, air conditioning vents, and exhaust fans
- Clean sinks, showers, and fixtures
- Thoroughly clean stove and refrigerator units
- Sweep and mop laundry room floors and dust surfaces including air conditioning and return air vents
- Clean and wipe down laundry machines including soap trays and windows
- Remove trash to outside dumpster
- Conduct monthly floor scrubbing in laundry areas to remove soap residue
- Inspect apartments for maintenance needs and submit written work requests
- Participate in fire and life safety inspections four times annually
- Escort contractors and assist with fire extinguisher replacement
- Maintain cleaning supplies storage and organize equipment
- Clean machine rooms and respond to emergency cleaning issues
- Clean breakroom, community rooms, restrooms, maintenance shop, and inventory warehouse including high dusting of furniture and desks
- Clean and disinfect toilets, urinals, sinks, stalls, showers, and exhaust fan grills
- Sweep, mop, and disinfect floors
- Replenish tissue, soap, and disposal bags as needed
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, staff, and student residents regarding repairs and work order statuses
- Follow written and oral instructions from supervisor
- Complete all requested paperwork and reports
- Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and report unsafe conditions
- Fill out injury report forms if injured
- Drive UT vehicle to transport equipment and supplies to work sites
- Promote professional development through ongoing training and workshops
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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