Job Description

Requisition ID
req33801

Working Title
Custodian

Position Grade
05

Position Summary

Exciting 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:

1. Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
2. Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
3. 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.
4. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
5. Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
6. Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
7. Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.
8. 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!

Apply today and help us keep UNM shining bright!

Oportunidad Emocionante: Personal de Limpieza (Custodio)

Eres una persona madrugadora que se enorgullece de crear
espacios limpios, seguros y acogedores? Disfrutas trabajar de forma
independiente y tambien como parte de un equipo en un entorno dinamico? La
Universidad de Nuevo Mexico esta buscando personas entusiastas para unirse a
nuestro equipo de Servicios de Limpieza para el turno de 4:00 a.m. a 12:30
p.m., de lunes a viernes, con oportunidades disponibles tanto en el
Departamento de Mantenimiento de Instalaciones del Centro de Ciencias de la
Salud (HSC) como en el del Campus Principal.

Responsabilidades Clave:

Como Custodio, deberas:

• Realizar tareas generales de limpieza, incluyendo
  desempolvar, trapear, aspirar y limpiar banos.
• Reabastecer suministros de papel y jabon, y vaciar los
  recipientes de basura.
• Operar equipos de limpieza y realizar mantenimiento
  rutinario de herramientas y suministros.
• Abrir y asegurar puertas segun sea necesario durante la
  limpieza.
• Informar a los supervisores sobre necesidades de
  mantenimiento y niveles de suministros.
• Promover practicas seguras y ecologicas en todas las tareas.
• Ayudar en la capacitacion del nuevo personal de limpieza en
  los procedimientos estandar.
• Realizar tareas de limpieza estacional o por proyectos segun
  se asignen.
• Proporcionar acceso a proveedores y reportar cualquier
  problema a los supervisores.
• Ayudar con la remocion de nieve y tareas menores de
  mantenimiento como reemplazo de bombillas o ajuste de muebles.
• Realizar otras tareas relacionadas con el puesto segun se
  asignen.

Por Que Unirte a Nosotros?

Trabajar como miembro del personal en la Universidad de
Nuevo Mexico (UNM) ofrece una variedad de beneficios emocionantes, incluyendo:

1. Atencion Medica Integral: Acceso a planes de seguro medico, dental y de vision competitivos.
2. Planes de Jubilacion: Pension y opcion de inscribirse en planes de jubilacion adicionales con generosas contribuciones del empleador.
3. Tiempo Libre Pagado: Vacaciones anuales generosas (hasta 168 horas por ano), licencia por enfermedad (hasta 96 horas por ano) y 11 dias festivos pagados para apoyar el equilibrio entre el trabajo y la vida personal.
4. Desarrollo Profesional: Oportunidades de aprendizaje continuo, avance profesional y exencion de matricula para empleados y dependientes.
5. Programas de Bienestar: Acceso a programas de bienestar, instalaciones de acondicionamiento fisico y recursos que promueven la salud y el bienestar del empleado.
6. Participacion Comunitaria: Participacion en una comunidad universitaria vibrante con diversas actividades culturales y recreativas.
7. Estabilidad Laboral: Empleo estable con salarios competitivos y oportunidades de crecimiento dentro de nuestra respetada institucion insignia de Nuevo Mexico.

Esta es una gran oportunidad para ser parte de un equipo
solidario que desempena un papel vital en el mantenimiento de la salud,
seguridad y belleza de nuestro campus. Si eres una persona confiable, motivada
y lista para marcar la diferencia-queremos saber de ti!

Aplica hoy y ayudanos a mantener a UNM brillando con
fuerza!

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Less than high school; no previous experience required.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

The 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

Cualificaciones Preferidas

El candidato ideal debe ser capaz de:

• Tener gran resistencia fisica para cubrir areas extensas
• Tener buen ojo para los detalles y ser diligente
• Tener una actitud positiva
• Ser un buen companero de equipo

Additional Requirements

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 Benefits 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 Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

For Best Consideration Date
8/1/2025

Eligible for Remote Work
No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs 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.

Para ser considerado para este puesto:

• Complete la solicitud oficial de UNMJOBS; debe incluir toda su experiencia laboral previa, incluyendo las fechas completas de empleo (mes y ano) para cada puesto ocupado, asi como el numero de horas trabajadas por semana.
• Adjunte su curriculum actualizado con tres referencias profesionales. Una carta de presentacion que aborde nuestras cualificaciones preferidas es opcional, pero se recomienda.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Seasonal work, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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