Academic Custodian at University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, North Dakota

Job Description:

Salary/Position Classification

• $34,264.00 Annual, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)


• 40 hours per week, various shifts available (Wednesday-Sunday 4:00am-12:30pm, Monday-Friday & Wednesday-Sunday 10:30pm-7:00am)


• 100% Remote Work Availability:No


• Hybrid Work Availability:No

This position is responsible for performing custodial work required for the cleaning, upkeep and creating work orders for buildings. They may move furniture and equipment; collect waste, paper, and recycling materials; and perform other custodial duties as required.


All Facilities Management positions are subject to callbacks seven day a week, 24 hours a day. Weekend work as required.

• Mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, shampooing, and renewing floor finishes.


• Washing windows, blinds, mirrors, walls, doors, and woodwork.


• Cleaning and dusting furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, appliances, and related furnishings.


• Cleaning and disinfecting rest room in public and /or residential areas.


• Maintaining a continuous supply of paper in all dispensers.


• Collecting and picking up waste and recyclable materials, both inside and outside of buildings.


• May perform power washing, leaf removal, moving snow and may be required to operate a snow blower.


• Performs minor repairs to equipment.


• Responsible for reporting minor and major maintenance and equipment issues to appropriate personnel.


• Removal of snow from sidewalks, cleaning gutters, drains spouts, and grounds outside.


• Moving and setting up furniture and equipment for events or departments.


• Locking and unlocking doors main building doors as required.


• Will submit supply requests and work orders.


• Responsible for submitting timely leave requests to management.


• Responsible for checking and reading University email account on a regular basis.

• Requires the ability to interact and communicate with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers.


• Ability to work in a diverse workforce. Must be able to communicate effectively and follow directives.


• Ability to comprehend and follow directives. Requires sound decision-making skills.


• The ability to understand and complete necessary training for the job classification.

• HS/ GED OR equivalent experience


• Successful Completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

• Driver's license.


• Basic Microsoft Office computer experience.


• Experience with cleaning equipment.


• Experience with AiM or other work order systems.