What are the responsibilities and job description for the UMC Custodian I position at University of Colorado Boulder?
Summary
Job Summary
The University Memorial Center (UMC) with CU Boulder is currently accepting applications for a Custodian! This position provides daily cleaning and sanitization for UMC Custodial Services to provide a welcoming learning and social environment. Additionally, this role is responsible for the daily cleaning, weekly deep cleaning, and seasonal cleaning projects of the UMC. The position, at times, performs emergency clean up duties in accordance with established University guidelines.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The Division of Student Life consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.
The work in Student Life supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Life also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like center for assessment, insight and research, business services, finance, employee experience, communication and marketing and technology solutions.
With over 900 staff members in the Division of Student Life, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.
University Memorial Center
The University Memorial Center (UMC) is an exciting center for activism and community interaction, offering a variety of student services and active student governance. Known as the campus “living room,” thousands of people visit the University Memorial Center every day to grab a bite to eat, enjoy free entertainment, shop the retail stores, study with the free wireless internet or engage with peers. The UMC celebrates diversity through food, dance, art, music and the free exchange of ideas.
Responsibilities
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Clean UMC Public Areas
At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be challenged. Be unique. Be Boulder.
What We Require
To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials
Please apply by October 29, 2025, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Essential Services
This position is designated “essential/critical services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for regularly assigned shifts during emergency campus closures.
Job Summary
The University Memorial Center (UMC) with CU Boulder is currently accepting applications for a Custodian! This position provides daily cleaning and sanitization for UMC Custodial Services to provide a welcoming learning and social environment. Additionally, this role is responsible for the daily cleaning, weekly deep cleaning, and seasonal cleaning projects of the UMC. The position, at times, performs emergency clean up duties in accordance with established University guidelines.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The Division of Student Life consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.
The work in Student Life supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Life also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like center for assessment, insight and research, business services, finance, employee experience, communication and marketing and technology solutions.
With over 900 staff members in the Division of Student Life, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.
University Memorial Center
The University Memorial Center (UMC) is an exciting center for activism and community interaction, offering a variety of student services and active student governance. Known as the campus “living room,” thousands of people visit the University Memorial Center every day to grab a bite to eat, enjoy free entertainment, shop the retail stores, study with the free wireless internet or engage with peers. The UMC celebrates diversity through food, dance, art, music and the free exchange of ideas.
Responsibilities
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Clean UMC Public Areas
- Clean and sanitize all public areas daily, including but not limited to lounges, study coves, foyers, break rooms, entryways, hallways, and stairways.
- Daily cleaning is performed multiple times throughout the workday based on assigned tasks by the Custodial Services Manager.
- The cleaning includes: sweeping, mopping of all hard surfaces (tile and wood flooring), dusting windows and other glass surfaces, vacuuming carpets, emptying waste receptacles, and wiping down counters, tables, chairs and all high touch point areas.
- Follow daily cleaning protocols to clean assigned bathrooms on a routine basis.
- Clean and sanitize bathroom fixtures (toilets, urinals, sinks), sweep and mop floors, wipe down stalls, walls, and dispensers, cleaning mirrors, restock various dispensers with the appropriate products and empty waste receptacles.
- Clean various office, study and tenant spaces as assigned.
- Sweep and mop hard surfaces, vacuum carpets where appropriate, empty waste receptacles, wipe down counters and all high touch points, and dust and clean windows as needed.
- Seasonal projects include stripping and refinishing tile floors, shampooing carpets, deep cleaning office spaces that include vent-cleaning, wall wipe downs, upholstery cleaning of office furniture, window cleaning, and additional projects as assigned.
- Position is responsible for responding on an as-needed basis for snow removal, specialty, or emergency work, which could include; clean-up of water or debris, moving and assisting in moving furniture, emergency clean up, deep-water extraction, and disinfection process.
- Position is responsible for the snow removal of specific assigned areas on the outside of the UMC including sidewalks, patios, and ramps. This includes initial snow removal and applying of deicer (ice melt) and the removal of the snow throughout the day to ensure areas are open and safe.
- When needed assist UMC Maintenance or UMC Set-up Operations.
- The anticipated shift for this position is Sunday - Thursday 12:30pm - 9pm.
- The annual salary for this position is $39,852.80
- Our outstanding benefits include:
- Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days and 11 holidays per year.
- Access to medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
- EcoPass for free RTD rides.
- Opportunity for career growth within the division of student life and the CU Boulder campus!
At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be challenged. Be unique. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Six (6) months of proven experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.
- Safe use of chemicals, job tools, and equipment.
- Experience working in a higher education setting.
To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials
- A current resume.
- (Optional) A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
Please apply by October 29, 2025, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Essential Services
This position is designated “essential/critical services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for regularly assigned shifts during emergency campus closures.