Custodian
- Albuquerque, NM
- $15.00-19.19 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Working Title Custodian
Position Grade 05
Position SummaryExciting Opportunity: Custodian
Are you an early riser who takes pride in creating clean, safe, and welcoming spaces? Do you enjoy working independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment? The University of New Mexico is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our Custodial Services team for the 4:00 AM - 12:30 PM shift, Monday through Friday, with opportunities available in both UNM Health Sciences Center (HSC) Facilities Management Custodial and Main Campus Facilities Management Custodial.Key Responsibilities:
As a Custodian, you will: Perform general custodial duties including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and restroom cleaning. Restock paper and soap supplies and empty trash receptacles. Operate custodial equipment and perform routine maintenance on tools and supplies. Unlock and secure doors as needed during cleaning. Report maintenance needs and supply levels to supervisors. Promote safety and environmental best practices in all tasks. Assist in training new custodial staff on standard procedures. Perform seasonal or project-based cleaning tasks as assigned. Provide access to vendors and report any issues to supervisors. Assist with snow removal and minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs or adjusting furniture. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.Why Join Us?
Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including: * Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
- Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
- Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
- Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
- Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.
- This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team that plays a vital role in maintaining the health, safety, and beauty of our campus. If you're dependable, motivated, and ready to make a difference-we want to hear from you!
- Realizar tareas generales de limpieza, incluyendo desempolvar, trapear, aspirar y limpiar baños.
- Reabastecer suministros de papel y jabón, y vaciar los recipientes de basura.
- Operar equipos de limpieza y realizar mantenimiento rutinario de herramientas y suministros.
- Abrir y asegurar puertas según sea necesario durante la limpieza.
- Informar a los supervisores sobre necesidades de mantenimiento y niveles de suministros.
- Promover prácticas seguras y ecológicas en todas las tareas.
- Ayudar en la capacitación del nuevo personal de limpieza en los procedimientos estándar.
- Realizar tareas de limpieza estacional o por proyectos según se asignen.
- Proporcionar acceso a proveedores y reportar cualquier problema a los supervisores.
- Ayudar con la remoción de nieve y tareas menores de mantenimiento como reemplazo de bombillas o ajuste de muebles.
- Realizar otras tareas relacionadas con el puesto según se asignen.
- Planes de Jubilación: Pensión y opción de inscribirse en planes de jubilación adicionales con generosas contribuciones del empleador.
- Tiempo Libre Pagado: Vacaciones anuales generosas (hasta 168 horas por año), licencia por enfermedad (hasta 96 horas por año) y 11 días festivos pagados para apoyar el equilibrio entre el trabajo y la vida personal.
- Desarrollo Profesional: Oportunidades de aprendizaje continuo, avance profesional y exención de matrícula para empleados y dependientes.
- Programas de Bienestar: Acceso a programas de bienestar, instalaciones de acondicionamiento físico y recursos que promueven la salud y el bienestar del empleado.
- Participación Comunitaria: Participación en una comunidad universitaria vibrante con diversas actividades culturales y recreativas.
- Estabilidad Laboral: Empleo estable con salarios competitivos y oportunidades de crecimiento dentro de nuestra respetada institución insignia de Nuevo México.
- Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
- If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
- All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Preferred QualificationsPreferred QualificationsThe ideal candidate should be able to do the following:
- Have great physical endurance to cover large areas
- Have a keen eye for detail and diligence
- Have a positive attitude
- Be a good team player
- Tener gran resistencia física para cubrir áreas extensas
- Tener buen ojo para los detalles y ser diligente
- Tener una actitud positiva
- Ser un buen compañero de equipo
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department FM Main Custodial (821C6)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status Non-Exempt
Pay Hourly: $15.00 - $19.19
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the home page for a more information.
ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the grid.
Background Check Required
For Best Consideration Date 8/1/2025
Eligible for Remote Work No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application InstructionsOnly applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, to submit an application.To be considered for this position:
- Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience, including the full dates of employment (month and year) for each position held, and the number of hours worked per week.
- Attach your current resume with three professional references listed. A cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications is optional but encouraged.
- Complete la solicitud oficial de UNMJOBS; debe incluir toda su experiencia laboral previa, incluyendo las fechas completas de empleo (mes y año) para cada puesto ocupado, así como el número de horas trabajadas por semana.
- Adjunte su currículum actualizado con tres referencias profesionales. Una carta de presentación que aborde nuestras cualificaciones preferidas es opcional, pero se recomienda.