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The IRD for this job is: 04-29-2024

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Physical Planning, Development & Operations (PPDO) manages and oversees all University activities and services related to physical and environmental planning, design and construction, engineering, physical plant maintenance and operations, capital planning and space management, and the associated business services necessary to support these functions. The University's main campus is spread across more than 2,000 acres and includes over 500 buildings comprising more than 8 million square feet. The department includes operating budgets of over $54 million, manages a project portfolio of approximately $950 million, and employs over 370 full-time staff to carry forth the duties necessary for the campus' development and operation.

More information can be found at: https://physicalplant.ucsc.edu/

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, the Lead Custodian is responsible for acting as a group leader for a crew of between six to eight custodians and Senior Custodians on the day shift.

The Lead Custodian performs project work such as refinishing floors, vinyl tile, linoleum, concrete, wood, etc., as well as carpet and upholstered furniture shampooing. The incumbent also performs building detail cleaning projects such as sweeping, mopping, waxing, dusting, polishing, etc. while ensuring proper use of cleaning chemicals.

The Lead Custodian must respond to campus-wide custodial emergencies and work orders such as spills, broken glass, vomit, blood, emergency restroom cleaning, restocking, etc. The incumbent is also responsible for the safe operation of Campus vehicles including refueling and reporting of repairs needed and other issues. Additionally, the Lead Custodian is responsible for the distribution of custodial supplies, campus unlocking, and cleaning of assigned areas.

When assigned weekend shifts, the Lead Custodian works alone or leads a group of part-time temporary workers, as needed. The incumbent also performs event coverage and project work.

The Lead Custodian is responsible for coordinating the work of custodians assigned to his or her crew. As necessary, they orient and train, advise in the methods, materials, and equipment to be used, and ensure the proper use, care, and safe working conditions of equipment. They also order and keep track of custodial materials and equipment by taking inventory of supplies, maintaining logs, and preparing order forms to replenish supplies as needed. Additionally, the incumbent keeps a record of work completed and labor hours by maintaining logs of work accomplished and inspecting the quality and quantity of work produced and completed by this crew.

The Lead Custodian is responsible for the master keys assigned to the crew and the security of the buildings and areas in which they work. They assist the custodial supervisor in scheduling work assignments, keep supervisors informed of conditions and progress of projects being worked on, and act as a substitute for the Senior Custodian and custodians by either performing all the duties of their position or assisting with supervision and scheduling substitutes for absent custodians when called upon.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $23.61/hourUnder California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Saturday and Sunday from 5:00pm to 1:30am and Monday through Wednesday 5:30pm to 2:00am
• Shift Includes: Swing Shift

Employee Classification: Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: SX

Job Code Classification: 005113 (CUSTODIAN LD)

Travel: Rarely or never

JOB DUTIES

40% - General duties

• Respond to campus-wide custodial emergencies and work orders such as spills, broken glass, vomit, blood, emergency restroom cleaning and restocking, etc.
• Responsible for the safe operation of Campus vehicles including refueling and reporting of issues/repairs needed.
• Distribute Custodial supplies.
• Perform campus unlocking.
• Clean assigned areas.

20% - Project work and Work Orders

• Perform project work such as refinishing floors, vinyl tile, linoleum, concrete, wood, etc. as well as carpet and upholstered furniture shampooing, building detail cleaning projects such as sweeping, mopping, waxing, dusting, polishing, etc.
• Ensure proper use of cleaning chemicals.
• Collect recycling from inside buildings and discard it at a designated location.
• High dust inside buildings and immediately outside of building entrances.

20% - Absentee Coverage

• Act as a substitute for the Senior Custodian and Custodians by performing all the duties of their position as needed.
• Assists supervision in scheduling substitutes for absent Custodians when called upon.

10% - Assigning Work & Training

• Responsible for coordinating the work of Custodians assigned to his/her crew.
• Orient, and train when necessary.
• Advise in the methods, materials, and equipment to be used and ensure the proper use, care, and safe working conditions of equipment.
• Order and keep track of custodial materials and equipment by taking inventory of supplies, maintaining logs, and preparing order forms to replenish supplies as needed.
• Keep a record of work completed and labor hours by maintaining logs of work accomplished.
• Inspect for the quality and quantity of work produced and completed by this crew.

5% - Weekend shift

• When assigned weekend shifts, work alone or lead a group of part-time temporary workers as needed.
• Perform campus unlocking, clean assigned areas, event coverage, and project work.

5% - Team Leader

• Under general supervision, responsible for acting as a group leader for a crew of between six to eight custodians and Senior Custodians on the day shift (NOTE: this percentage goes up drastically in summer when groups perform periodic and project cleaning).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience in the use of custodial equipment and tools such as vacuum cleaners, powered floor polishers, industrial carpet cleaners, mops, carts, buckets, personal protective equipment, etc.
• Ability to direct activities, coordinate, lead, train, schedule work assignments and advise custodians of work safety requirements.
• Ability to order supplies, inspect completed work, ensure assigned key distribution and security of buildings are maintained, and inform custodial supervisors of conditions and progress of work projects.
• Effective English communication skills and interpersonal skills sufficient to interact and work effectively with staff, faculty, students and to work well in a team situation.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to implement a customer service approach, with a commitment to high ethical standards.
• Ability to take initiative, organize, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved.
• Ability to accommodate changing priorities and complete tasks despite intermittent interruptions.
• Ability to incorporate the concepts of sustainability into daily work efforts.
• Ability to carry and operate technology, including cell phones and tablets and use programs and applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in carpet and upholstery shampooing, refinishing tiled, linoleum, wood and concrete floors, use of chemical compounds according to directions on labels.
• Ability to understand and speak Spanish.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.
• Must have the ability to: operate a vacuum, floor scrubber, and polisher; use cleaning chemical compounds; perform essential custodial duties including dumping bags into dumpster or moving equipment and materials with or without accommodations.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Ability to bend, stoop and/or kneel, move or lift up to 50 lbs. of materials or equipment by using good judgement so that movement is done safely by using assistance from others or moving equipment when required.
• The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtainedhere.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination