Custodian - req# 15376

The UNM-Taos Facilities Management Department invites applicants for two full-time (term) benefit eligible Custodian positions to assist in maintaining our facilities.

UNM-Taos is an on-growing educational institution serving Taos County and surrounding areas in Northern New Mexico, preparing students for a successful professional life.

The external and internal appearance of a building reflects on the occupants. It is important for the successful candidates to be detail oriented and thorough in working, cleaning and tidying the premises.

The custodians will provide or assist with a diverse range of routine campus services for the UNM Branch campus, to include such duties as site security, basic light equipment operation and maintenance, custodial services, routine grounds maintenance and snow removal, logistical assistance, and/or other related duties in accordance with day-to-day requirements of the Branch.

The ideal candidate should:

Be experienced in the cleaning process and focused on building upkeep.

Have great physical endurance to cover large areas

Have a valid drivers license

Have a keen eye for detail and diligence

Have a positive attitude

Be a good team player

This job requires some nights, weekends and scheduled shifts. Schedules will vary and will be scheduled based on department need.

Valid Drivers License needed. Travel to and between Klauer Campus, Civic Plaza Complex and using institutional vehicles may be required.

If assistance is needed in completing the on-line application process, please email Debra Martinez, HR Administrator, to schedule an appointment at: deb@unm.edu

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• 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.

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.

1. 3 years of experience on related duties.
2. Knowledge of and experience in the maintenance and operation of common custodial equipment (Such as buffing machines, hand power tools, and cleaning chemicals).
3. Experience with snow removal equipment.
4. Knowledge of safety and risk management and/or chemical safety.
5. Knowledge of the operation, minor installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of standard physical plant equipment.
6. Knowledge of assessing damage, reporting issues and informing management of significant problems with facilities.

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

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.