Custodian - University of Oregon

The Custodian performs a wide variety of routine custodial and labor tasks in any of the following athletic facilities, Autzen Stadium complex, Jane Sanders Field, PK Park, and PAPE Field. Responsibilities include maintaining floors, cleaning offices, cleaning the exterior of buildings, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning overhead pipes and lights, and washing windows and doors. The schedule is flexible, and changes based on needs of operations activities and events. This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics programs, including adherence to all department policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the university, Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Classification: Custodian
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $16.94 - $21.42 per hour
FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

December 3, 2024; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant work history, including dates of employment. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet the qualifications for the position.

Department Summary

The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department's primary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity for student-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reach their maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is the steadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to provide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helping them to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in their chosen sport. The department has approximately 290 administrative & classified employees and hosts over 600,000 spectators annually and represents the University of Oregon in athletic competition with other universities & colleges.

Position Summary

The Custodian performs a wide variety of routine custodial and labor tasks in any of the following athletic facilities, Autzen Stadium complex, Jane Sanders Field, PK Park, and PAPE Field.

Responsibilities include maintaining floors, cleaning offices, cleaning the exterior of buildings, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning overhead pipes and lights, and washing windows and doors. The schedule is flexible, and changes based on needs of operations activities and events.

This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics programs, including adherence to all department policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the university, Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.

Minimum Requirements

• One year of work experience providing a service-type function (customer service, custodial service, etc.) in a reliable and consistent manner
• One year of custodial experience

Professional Competencies

• Basic knowledge of commercial cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Ability to perform duties in a way that advances and supports the mission of the department and university
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment and create effective relationships for problem­ solving and positive interactions
• Demonstrated initiative, looking for what needs to be done and doing it
• Attention to detail
• Ability to maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace
• Ability to maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude
• Ability to model the highest ethical standards
• Ability to communicate using a 2-way radio on both event and non-event days
• Superior customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic foundation of knowledge of commercial cleaning equipment and chemicals that would normally be obtained through a combination of training and/or directly related industrial custodial experience.
• Prior experience in athletic facility setting.

FLSA Exempt: No

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All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.

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