Custodian

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Utilizes basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables

• Responds to facility emergency and hazardous situations, and escalates incidents according to established policies and procedures

• Schedules, monitors, and communicates with staff and assists with basic training

• Maintains clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice

• Documents and reports repairs, violations, and pest control needs

• Maintains organization of supply areas and equipment, documents inventory, and requests additional supplies as needed

• Monitors and secures facility interior and exterior entrances and reports issues to appropriate entities

Department:

The Memorial Student Center is the place that helps students feel at home. They can dine, visit Stoutfitters, get information about joining student organizations, catch a concert, and connect with other students. The MSC is more than a building. It’s a place to learn new ideas, embrace diversity, become a student employee, present research or attend a conference. The MSC and Price Commons have several large and numerous small spaces for meetings, conferences, events, and studying.

Compensation:

The minimum starting salary is $ 15.00 per hour. The hourly rate for this position is negotiable based on experience and available budget. A six-month probation is required.
 

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions and prioritize non-routine situations.
• Willingness to learn and become proficient with standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, tools, products, and equipment used in providing custodial services.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals consistent with the position's duties.
• Excellent work habits, such as attendance, punctuality, accountability, thoroughness, and resourcefulness.
• Work independently and as part of a team environment, and on collaborative efforts.
• Willingness to learn basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Required to pass the Essential Job Function Screening.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Required to clean up bodily fluids/bloodborne pathogens.

How to Apply:

Applications received by the end of the day Tuesday, June 9, 2026, are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after June 9, 2026, may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

Required application materials:
1. Resume
2. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents before submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you cannot go into the system and change them.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900.

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a disability.

Contact Information:

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, or if you need assistance with the online application
process, please contact:
Search Chair: Aimee Lipke
Email: lipkea@uwstout.edu