Custodian - Wausau Campus

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Facilities Services –supports the academic mission of the university. The integral core values of the department are Safety, Customer Service, Cooperation, Integrity and Innovation. A team approach is utilized throughout the department to provide a safe environment, excellence in service through high standards with positive and collaborative relationships across the UWSP community.

Under general supervision of the Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for cleaning facilities, removes waste and recycling, snow removal and monitors building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours. Must ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in assigned areas.

This position will serve the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Wausau Campus. This position interacts extensively with customers, campus community, service providers, and outside contractors. The skill, ability and knowledge of the incumbent will have direct and profound impact on the success and satisfaction level in the delivery of services to customers within the area of responsibility. Given the pace of emerging technology, the incumbent must stay in touch with industry/system-wide trends and best practices.

This is a University Staff Project position, ending 12/31/2026.

**Full position description is available upon request. **

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with campus winddown tasks.

• Complete required trainings.

• Operation of custodial equipment

• Cleaning in building as hired; and in assigned area

• Restroom, locker, tile cleaning and foaming

• Floor cleaning and maintenance

• Annual cleaning projects and upkeep

• General cleaning activities as assigned

• Snow Removal

• Pick up recycling/trash

• Move furniture

• Special event set up/tear down

• Lock & unlock outside doors of buildings

Department:

Facility Services – Wausau Campus

Compensation:

$15.00/hour, minimum, based on qualifications and experience

Required Qualifications:

• Physical strength and stamina to perform required work - able to bend, stoop, kneel, move furniture and work on feet for long periods of time

• Respect for and trustworthy behavior with public and private property

• Ability to accept and follow supervisory direction

• Knowledge of basic safety precautions including use of caustic and toxic chemicals, methods of lifting heavy objects, and safe work clothing and coverings

• Willingness to perform repetitive tasks - takes pride in doing a good job

• Aptitude to learn from verbal instructions by listening and asking questions

• Able to learn, function, and use standard cleaning implements and tools

• Pleasant, welcoming behavior and attitude toward public, co-workers, students, faculty, staff, etc.

• Able to read work instructions and schedules, warning signs and instructions for operation and care of equipment

How to Apply:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 11/23/25 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

• Resume

After you submit your application, you are unable to edit it, so please be sure to include all application materials.

Contact Information:

Contact Information:

Name: Miranda Gentry-Siegel

Email: mgentrys@uwsp.edu

Phone: 715-346-2087

If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:

Human Resources

Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu

Phone: 715-346-2606

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to supply five (5) professional references/two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors.) Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com .

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.