New 
Custodian Lead
 University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee | |
 United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee | |
 Aug 29, 2026 | |
 Custodian Lead Milwaukee, WI Full Time JR10014417 Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Custodian Lead Job Category: University Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Custodian Lead Job Duties: Under the supervision of the Custodial Services Supervisor/Custodial Services Manager this position is responsible for assisting with trash responsibilities, mentoring and providing directions to staff, and providing a safe and clean maintained residential facility for our residents and guests. This custodial lead will oversee a team who successfully has the necessary supplies and trainings, positive relationships, and directions to get tasks completed within a team environment of 1,000,000 square feet of residential housing space and over 4,000 students during the academic year. Custodial Leads within University Housing have direct contact with students and guests within their living environments while in the Residence Halls at UWM. The Custodial Lead will also be the point of contact with our partners within the halls (Restaurant Operations) and some external partners (FAA Waste and Recycling, Waste Management, etc). During the summer months the Custodial Lead will be leading student and full-time employees through the residential conference and orientation season, intern center, and doing the summer room clean program which flips nearly 2,800 residence hall rooms, within 1,200 suites. These suites require full bathroom cleans in addition to a variety of other amenities ranging from living rooms, and full-sized kitchens. Working Conditions:
Miscellaneous Information: The incumbent of this position will be expected to preform all duties in a professional manner and be extension of the Custodial Services Supervisor/Manager team. The emphasis will be on customer service and teamwork with the mission and vision of University Housing always in the for font. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all of the job duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements and may change as time goes on. Key Job Responsibilities:
Department: University Housing Compensation: $17-$19 Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
How to Apply: Interested applicants are required to apply online and submit a resume that addresses how their experience meets the qualifications of the position, a cover letter is preferred but not required. PLEASE NOTE: resumes and cover letters will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application. In instances where the Search and Screen is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified. Contact Information: Questions please contact Luke Messamnn at MessmanL@uwm.edu Reasonable Accommodations Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy. Employment Authorization In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Custodian-Lead_JR10014417. je-464cf1efc48c4339ad109b034916ecbb | |