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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Responsibilities*Operate carpet and upholstery cleaning equipmentOperate mechanical cleaning and floor scrubbing equipmentStrip, or screen and apply finish to all floor surfacesMaintain entrance areas by performing such duties as sweeping, salting, leaf blowing and shoveling/blowing snow as requiredClean grounds by performing such duties as picking up paper or trash around buildingsWet mop floors and stairwaysOperate and perform basic upkeep of custodial cleaning equipmentClean and wax all furniture, cases, fixtures and furnishingsClean mirrors, interior side of exterior glass, both sides of interior glass and exterior entrance glassClean restrooms, including removing paper or trash from toilets, urinals, and sinks as necessary without dismantling fixtures.Stock restroom suppliesDust and clean various type of window and ceiling fixturesSpot wash walls to remove splash marks, fingerprints and marksCollect and transport waste materials to designated areasWet mop the areas of the floor or stairs to clean up such items as spilled liquid or foodObtain stock and maintain inventory of supplies in accordance with specific instructionsOpen or lock buildings or roomsTurn on and off lights and equipmentOccasionally ascends/descends ladders to clean or access areas such as the tops of blinds, windows, doors, ledges, and other elevated surfacesMove and arrange furniture or furnishingClean assigned area of work and equipmentRequired Qualifications*

Routinely move items weighing up to 50 lbs; must demonstrate good communication skills; must be able to follow instructions.

Desired Qualifications*

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Work Schedule

Thursday - Monday 12:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Tuesday - Wednesday Off

 PLEASE NOTE: This is a year-round, 40 hour per week position.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Department : Student Life Facilities - Michigan Union 

Hourly Rate of Pay : $20.42 - $21.62

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.  

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.