Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $41,121.60 - $43,513.60
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Job Description
The University of Michigan Health System is a world-renowned medical and educational establishment dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of patients, populations, and communities locally, nationally, and internationally. As part of Michigan Medicine, one of the largest and most advanced healthcare complexes globally, the University of Michigan Health System has a proud legacy of excellence in education, patient care, community service, research, and technology development since the founding of the University of Michigan Medical School in 1850. The organization prides itself on its strong commitment to leadership in healthcare innovation and academic healthcare excellence. Michigan Medicine is home to over 30,000 employees who are passionate about contributing to the greater good through outstanding medical, scientific, and healthcare services.
Seeking a committed and detail-oriented Unit Custodian to join the MM Environmental Services team at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor, MI. This part-time, onsite role offers a work schedule of 32 hours per week, specifically nights from Wednesday through Saturday, 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM. The Unit Custodian plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff within the hospital setting.
The role involves a variety of cleaning and custodial duties aimed at sustaining the hygiene and upkeep of patient care areas and other hospital spaces. Responsibilities include operating vacuum cleaning and other floor care equipment, cleaning and polishing furniture, fixtures, and glass surfaces, cleaning toilet rooms and restocking supplies, dusting blinds and spot washing walls, managing waste and soiled linen, and maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies. The position demands physical stamina and the ability to perform various physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, bending, and reaching, with no lifting restrictions.
A successful candidate must be able to follow verbal and written instructions proficiently, work effectively as a team member, prioritize tasks efficiently, and manage stress in a demanding hospital environment. The position is union-affiliated under the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement, which covers wages, benefits, and work conditions.
Michigan Medicine offers excellent benefits including immediate medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, and a competitive retirement savings plan with a 2:1 match. The institution also fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming candidates who share its mission of healthcare advancement and academic excellence. Background screening and pre-employment drug testing are mandatory, and compliance with all safety and health regulations is required for this role.
This position is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to patient care environments by ensuring cleanliness and safety, which are foundational to the hospital’s mission. Working as a Unit Custodian at Michigan Medicine means being part of a world-class team dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services and sustaining a supportive and efficient facility for all who rely on it.
Seeking a committed and detail-oriented Unit Custodian to join the MM Environmental Services team at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor, MI. This part-time, onsite role offers a work schedule of 32 hours per week, specifically nights from Wednesday through Saturday, 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM. The Unit Custodian plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff within the hospital setting.
The role involves a variety of cleaning and custodial duties aimed at sustaining the hygiene and upkeep of patient care areas and other hospital spaces. Responsibilities include operating vacuum cleaning and other floor care equipment, cleaning and polishing furniture, fixtures, and glass surfaces, cleaning toilet rooms and restocking supplies, dusting blinds and spot washing walls, managing waste and soiled linen, and maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies. The position demands physical stamina and the ability to perform various physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, bending, and reaching, with no lifting restrictions.
A successful candidate must be able to follow verbal and written instructions proficiently, work effectively as a team member, prioritize tasks efficiently, and manage stress in a demanding hospital environment. The position is union-affiliated under the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement, which covers wages, benefits, and work conditions.
Michigan Medicine offers excellent benefits including immediate medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, and a competitive retirement savings plan with a 2:1 match. The institution also fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming candidates who share its mission of healthcare advancement and academic excellence. Background screening and pre-employment drug testing are mandatory, and compliance with all safety and health regulations is required for this role.
This position is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to patient care environments by ensuring cleanliness and safety, which are foundational to the hospital’s mission. Working as a Unit Custodian at Michigan Medicine means being part of a world-class team dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services and sustaining a supportive and efficient facility for all who rely on it.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must be able to read, write, and understand English
- Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions
- Must be able to perform a wide range of physical activities, including pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, etc
- Must not have any type of lifting restrictions
- Must be able to work around sick and disabled patients (children and adults) within a hospital setting
- Must be a team player, able to prioritize work, and be able to handle stress on a daily basis
- Must be able to perform all tasks listed on the Unit Custodian Classification Description
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to read, write, and understand English
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
- Ability to perform a wide range of physical activities including pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching
- Ability to work around sick and disabled patients including children and adults in a hospital setting
- Ability to perform all tasks listed on the Unit Custodian Classification Description
- Team player with ability to prioritize work and handle stress on a daily basis
Job Duties
- Operate vacuum cleaning equipment
- Clean and polish furniture, cases, fixtures, and furnishings
- Clean mirrors, inside of exterior glass, and both sides of interior glass while standing on the floor or a step ladder
- Clean toilet rooms and fixtures
- Stock restroom supplies
- Dust venetian blinds while standing on the floor or a step ladder
- Spot wash walls to remove such items as splash marks around sinks and fingerprints around light switches
- Clean patient bedside equipment
- Make beds and change linen
- Change or replace shower or cubicle curtains while standing on the floor or a step ladder
- Collect and transport waste materials to a central location
- Report items in need of repair
- Sweep and/or dust mop floors and stairways
- Wet mop rooms and small areas of floor or stairs to clean up such items as spilled liquid or food
- Maintain an inventory of supplies in accordance with specific instructions
- Open or lock buildings or rooms
- Turn on and off lights and equipment
- Replace burnt-out incandescent light bulbs while standing on the floor or a step ladder
- Move and arrange furniture and furnishings
- Collect and transport soiled linen to central locations
- Clean the assigned area or work and equipment
- Wet mop floors and stairways, including carpeted areas
- Hand mop areas inaccessible to mechanical floor cleaning equipment
- Operate walk-behind equipment used for routine floor cleaning
- Operate touch-free spray/vacuum cleaning equipment
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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