Custodian

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM. The University of New Mexico Gallup Branch Facilities Management Department is seeking a Custodian to join our team.

Duties and responsibilities

Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies. Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies. Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.

Unlocks doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas. Reports needs and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Assists in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures. Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements. May provide vendors with access to areas for cleaning and may answer basic questions. May report issues with vendors to supervisor. May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities.

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. The position requires shift work, may work on-call, overtime and weekends as required. The position requires physical activity and exposure to indoor and outdoor elements including hazardous material.