Colorado Mesa University
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Custodian I-3

Location
CMU Main Campus, Grand Junction, CO
Listed
Today

Compensation

$18.78 - 26.29/hr

Although the full hourly range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

Must be a Colorado resident to apply. Position is located in Grand Junction,Colorado. You must be willing to relocate if applying from out of town.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values

  • Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
  • Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
  • Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
  • Humility - Suspending one's ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
  • Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
  • Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
  • Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

Section Ii - the Seat

At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the "right seats" in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats.

Scope of Team And/or Tasks

As a custodian, you have an essential role in maintaining the cleanliness of our facilities which is crucial in supporting the learning and working environment of the University. If you take pride in your work and possess excellent customer service skills, we encourage you to apply. Open positions are for various shifts; hours and work weeks vary. Periodic shift work may be required. Assist in maintaining a healthy environment by providing outstanding custodial service for campus facilities.

Overview and Role Scope of Team And/or Tasks

Duty Statements include but are not limited to

In the area of floor-care, duties include sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, vacuuming and spot cleaning carpet, auto scrubbing, spray buffing, burnishing, refinishing wood, concrete, and vinyl composite floors (removing floor finish by sanding or stripping, then applying seal and wax) and carpet extraction.

Cleaning duties include cleaning and re-lamping lighting fixtures, cleaning water fountains, emptying and cleaning waste containers, cleaning walls, doors, and windows, dusting flat surfaces and vents, cleaning and sanitizing all restroom fixtures, urinals and toilet bowls, cleaning toilet partitions and doors, sinks, and mirrors, restocking soap and paper products, straightening and moving furniture, shampooing upholstered furniture, setting up tables, chairs and media equipment for meetings, cleaning dry erase boards, securing areas as required (locking and unlocking rooms and buildings), inputting work requests and filling out time log in maintenance management system ("Schooldude"), cleaning and maintaining equipment, turning lights on and off, using proper personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, grippers, aprons, safety shoes), and attending training meetings on safety, cleaning procedures, and equipment and product use.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Candidate must have six months of custodial experience, which must have been performed within a business/corporation type setting or similar.
  • Part-time work will be prorated.
  • You must include names and phone numbers of three professional references.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent customer service and time-management skills, and the ability to follow directions.
  • Substitutions: Appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. If substituting education for experience, you must provide a copy of your transcripts with your application.

*Custodial work is defined as primary work duties which include but are not limited to caring for and maintaining offices within an organization. Custodian work includes buffing, polishing and disinfecting floors, cleaning lavatories as well as performing general dusting and vacuuming within an office environment.

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
  • Possession and maintenance of valid Colorado driver's license (Position requires ability to drive motorized vehicle and/or golf cart to job sites on main and auxiliary campuses)
  • Essential Services Designation (Required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the University without delay or interruption.)
  • Pass a Background Check.

How to Apply

Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

  • Candidates who wish to assert Veterans' Preference must attach a copy of their DD214 to their application. Failure to submit a DD214 form will result in being denied Veterans Preference.
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume

Additional information

Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Methods of Appointment: Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.

Attention!

The first stage of the comparative analysis process for candidates who meet minimum qualifications is an application review. Therefore, it is paramount that you follow directions provided in this job announcement and address in detail your experience with the duties and requirements mentioned above in the experience portion of your application.

Supplemental Information

Resumes may be included, but applications stating "See Resume" for experience will not be accepted in lieu of the properly completed State of Colorado application forms.

Important Information

Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Be sure the requirements listed above are specifically addressed on your application; failure to do so may result in the rejection of your application.

Also, as applications may serve as all or part of the comparative analysis process for this position, it is to your benefit to address your experience with the duties listed above in detail. Applications may be evaluated by a panel of subject matter experts who will rate your education, training and experience as demonstrated on your application. Attach additional pages if necessary to fully explain your experience and education.

Your application will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. If it is determined that your application does not meet the announced minimum qualifications, you will be notified in writing and may contact Zachary Sargent at, within two days of the receipt of the notice, to attempt informal resolution of the matter.

If you still do not agree with our decision regarding your qualifications, you have the right to have that decision reviewed by the State Personnel Director.

Your request for a Director's review must be received in the State Personnel Director's office within ten days from your receipt of the letter informing you that you do not qualify and should include the following: 1) Job Title; 2) Agency involved; 3) Name of the agency representative spoken to during informal resolution attempts; 4) Date(s) of the conversations; 5) Specific issue(s); 6) Reason it is believed the decision was arbitrary, capricious, or contrary to rule or law.

Direct your request to:

  • State Personnel Board
  • 633 17th Street, Suite 1320
  • Denver, CO 80202-3604

Public libraries offer internet access. If you are not able to access the forms on the internet or if you require assistance, please contact our Human Resources Office.

Appeal Rights: Under Colorado State Statute and State Personnel Procedures you have the right to request a review of or appeal to the State Personnel Director any step of the selection process, if you believe the action taken to be arbitrary, capricious or contrary to rule or law.

If you believe the content of an examination was arbitrary, capricious or contrary to rule or law (scores and ranks are not considered as conduct or content), your appeal must be in writing and received no later than 10 calendar days from the date the examination was administered. The above ten-day deadline and appeal procedures apply, as well, to all charges of discrimination.

Address Confidentiality Program: If you are covered by the Address Confidentiality Program, CRS 24-21-201 through 24-21-214, please notify the HR office or analyst listed on this announcement so that you are provided the appropriate time extension for notifications provided by U.S. mail. The extension allowed under this program applies only to U.S.mail notifications that include a deadline of 10 days or less.

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To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date."

Section I - Our Values Cultivate Our Vision and Culture

At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It's this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage, we've built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the West-the spirit that our region embodies-we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

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