Custodial Tech, Housing and Residence Life at University of Tennessee

DescriptionThe Custodial Tech is responsible for providing professional housekeeping in residence halls and reports to the Assistant Director of Housing Facilities Operations.This position requires the incumbent to wear non-slip steel shoes university shirt pants belt (if necessary) and campus ID as part of the uniform. This position performs routine custodial tasks per established schedules and housekeeping standards.This is a fast-paced setting where specific job assignments shifts and locations may vary within our residence halls as necessary to meet the departments needs. Custodians participate in on-call schedules and work long hours during the summer months and the schedule may be changed depending on the departmental needs.ResponsibilitiesPerforms routine custodial tasks such as sweeping dusting mopping vacuuming extracting blowing removing trash cleaning stairs washing walls and baseboards cleaning windows and window coverings cleaning and polishing mirrors cleaning appliances and furnitureMoves sofas chairs tables desks mattresses and beds to accomplish cleaning tasksSafely operates all vehicles and other job-related equipmentStrips and refinishes floors (vct vinyl tile wood etc.)Shampoos carpets and upholstery in suites apartments hallways lobbies community spaces study rooms kitchenettes and offices within residential hallsCleans bathroom showers tubs stalls toilets glass mirrors sinks and walls using housekeeping chemicals materials and equipmentRestocks restrooms with all necessary materials and productsWears necessary PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as requiredReports problems incidents damages or building repairs needed and as directed by supervisors and maintains necessary recordsProperly handles and disposes of recycling materials and follows instructions regarding the use of chemicals and suppliesProvides quality customer service to staff students and campus visitorsChecks email participates in required University trainings submits work request and work ordersPerforms light maintenance duties as needed such as replacing screw type light bulbs inspects for discolorations cleans vent covers sprays air cleaning products and places room size air scrubbers/fansPerforms additional duties as assigned or required to meet Housing & Residential Life and University goals and objectivesThe ideal candidate will possess the following:Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. bend twist pull reach climb stairs and laddersAbility to drive according to the University of Tennessee Safety Policy if requiredAbility to work in a detailed-oriented team environmentBasic computer skillsCommunicates effectively and professionally in the workplaceDemonstrated knowledge and use of housekeeping chemicals and equipmentDemonstrated skill in the operation of carpet cleaning and floor cleaning equipment such as buffers extractors scrubbers and power washersThe review of applications will begin July 8 2025and will continue until the position is filled.QualificationsMinimum: Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent and six months of custodial experience or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.Preferred: Vocational or technical training and 1 year of custodial experience in a commercial or institutional setting is preferred. Key Skills Arabic Speaking,Marketing & Promotions,Access Control System,Apache Tomcat,BI,Back Office Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1