What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodial Worker 1 - Facilities Maintenance Services Department position at Nevada System of Higher Education?
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When: Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 11:00am - 2:00pm
Where: Reno/Sparks Convention Center - 4590 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502
This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours.
The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Custodial Worker 1 for the Facilities Maintenance Services (FMS) Department. This position is a member of a team of Custodial Workers and will be responsible for performing daily, weekly, and project cleaning to assigned buildings.
This position requires graduation from high school or equivalent education and six (6) months of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment; OR
Six (6) months of general work experience and six (6) months of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment; OR
Six (6) months of experience as a Custodial Worker Trainee in Nevada State service; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
A valid Class C drivers license or higher operators license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
Cleaning restrooms
Mopping and vacuuming floors
Snow removal
Emptying trash
Stocking and maintaining supplies
Removing graffiti
Wiping and dusting vertical and horizontal surfaces
Performing annual maintenance
Waxing floors
Cleaning carpets
Other duties as assigned
This position requires working with and around hazardous building materials containing asbestos, solvents and cleaning chemicals; an increased exposure to germs; frequent lifting, climbing and moving; requires the use of a backpack vacuum and restroom floor machine; and exposure to hot and cold temperatures when working outside.
This position requires walking or standing to a significant degree; pushing and/or pulling; exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
This position requires the ability to see, hear, and communicate through speech.
Health insurance options including dental and vision
Life insurance
Generous annual and sick leave
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments
Staff Employees Council (SEC) repres nts all Classified employees
Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire
Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program
The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).
When: Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 11:00am - 2:00pm
Where: Reno/Sparks Convention Center - 4590 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502
- POSITION:**Custodial Worker 1 - Facilities Maintenance Services Department
- SCHEDULE:**The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 4:00 pm to 12:30 am; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours.
- LOCATION:**Reno, NV
- SALARY:**Will discuss with applicant
- TO APPLY:
- Direct Link:**https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UNR-external/details/Custodial-Worker-1---Facilities-Maintenance-Services-Department_R0153747?q=Custodial Worker 1 - Facilities Maintenance Services Department
- Career Page:**https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UNR-external/
- SUMMARY:
The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Custodial Worker 1 for the Facilities Maintenance Services (FMS) Department. This position is a member of a team of Custodial Workers and will be responsible for performing daily, weekly, and project cleaning to assigned buildings.
- JOB REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires graduation from high school or equivalent education and six (6) months of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment; OR
Six (6) months of general work experience and six (6) months of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment; OR
Six (6) months of experience as a Custodial Worker Trainee in Nevada State service; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
A valid Class C drivers license or higher operators license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
- JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
Cleaning restrooms
Mopping and vacuuming floors
Snow removal
Emptying trash
Stocking and maintaining supplies
Removing graffiti
Wiping and dusting vertical and horizontal surfaces
Performing annual maintenance
Waxing floors
Cleaning carpets
Other duties as assigned
- WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires working with and around hazardous building materials containing asbestos, solvents and cleaning chemicals; an increased exposure to germs; frequent lifting, climbing and moving; requires the use of a backpack vacuum and restroom floor machine; and exposure to hot and cold temperatures when working outside.
This position requires walking or standing to a significant degree; pushing and/or pulling; exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
This position requires the ability to see, hear, and communicate through speech.
- BENEFITS:
Health insurance options including dental and vision
Life insurance
Generous annual and sick leave
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments
Staff Employees Council (SEC) repres nts all Classified employees
Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire
Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program
- EEO:
The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).