Custodian - Various Work Schedules/Multiple Buildings - (Two Positions)

Custodian

1st Shift Wednesday – Sunday and/or Saturday – Wednesday, 7:00AM-3:00PM

University of Connecticut, Facilities Operations, Storrs Campus 

Salary Range: $42,244.00-$52,788.00 Yearly. Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan.

Link to Custodian Job Specification: https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0429TC&R1=&R3=

INTRODUCTION

UConn’s Facilities Operations Department has two job openings for Custodian positions at the Storrs Campus.  The work schedule could be 1st Shift Wednesday – Sunday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. or  1st Shift Saturday – Wednesday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. dependent upon operating needs. These are permanent, full-time, positions working 37.5 hours per week. 

The hourly salary is $21.59/hour and is non-negotiable for those new to State Employment; the hourly rate of pay for current NP-2 employees is calculated based on current salary/step.

These positions are categorized as “Open to the Public”; current UConn NP-2 employees will be given preference in the hiring process.  The following are the current work schedules and locations this announcement is recruiting for:  

• 1st Shift Weekend Custodian: Wednesday – Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.– Supervisor:  Supervising Custodian - TBD 
  • OR
• 1st Shift Weekend Custodian: Saturday – Wednesday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.– Supervisor:  Supervising Custodian - TBD

Weekend differential is applied to hours worked on Saturday or Sunday if the entire 7.5-hour shift is worked. 

UConn offers the following benefits for NP-2 employees:

• Excellent and affordable healthcare options
• Full benefits package including medical and dental insurance. For more information, please visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/employee-benefits-overview/
• Employee retirement benefits (SERS Retirement plan). For more information, please visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/retirement/

The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, and a highly desirable work environment.  For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/employee-benefits-overview/

These positions are categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff.  Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations.

Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends or holidays).  These positions require performing snow/ice removal job duties.  These positions also requires the incumbent to work additional hours during campus events such as Commencement, Sporting Events, move in/out weekend during the Fall and Spring semesters etc.

Please note that Facilities Operations NP-2 employees may also be required to perform job duties as assigned at any building located at the Storrs or Regional Campuses.

SELECTION PLAN

To Apply:

• In order to be considered for these job openings, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application.  PageUp applications will be evaluated to ensure that the Knowledge, Skill and Ability, and Minimum Qualifications sections of the position have been met.  Please also be sure to demonstrate how you meet any of the Preferred Qualifications that you may have.
• Ensure that your PageUp Application is complete and detailed before submitting it.   You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the PageUp system.
• Although it is not required, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three professional, work related references along with their contact information.

Important Next Steps Information:

• At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be contacted via email and provided an opportunity to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring department. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.