Custodial Specialist I at University of Central Florida

Orlando, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

15.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cleaning, Sanitation, Maintenance, Customer Service, Attention to Detail, Interpersonal Skills, Safety Guidelines, Floor Care, Carpet Shampooing, Light Repairs, Trash Removal, Stocking Supplies, Adaptability, Written Instructions, Oral Instructions

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Facilities and Business Operations: Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service. Please visit us at: https://fs.ucf.edu/ or Facebook and Instagram: UCF Facilities The Opportunity: UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles for the Custodial Specialist I. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department. Join our dynamic department as a part-time Custodial Specialist. The Custodial Specialist I provides essential support for the operational maintenance and sanitation of buildings to ensure a safe, functional, clean, efficient, and attractive living and learning environment. You will be responsible for cleaning standard assigned areas, troubleshooting issues, and responding to requests from customers and staff. Responsibilities: Clean and stock common areas, including restrooms, sinks, showers/tubs, toilets, stalls, receptacles, mirrors, windows, and entryways. Vacuum carpeted areas, including moving and replacing furniture, and spot cleaning. Sweep and dry/wet mop floors, stairwells, entryways, and other areas. Perform surface cleaning, including dusting, wiping, and scrubbing of furniture, walls, equipment, and kitchen appliances. Remove trash and recycling from designated areas. Perform light maintenance activities, such as restroom dispenser repairs, drain cleaning, light replacements, painting, and pressure washing. Shampoo/extract carpeted areas and upholsteries. Refinish flooring through stripping, waxing, and buffing (including tile, VCT, etc.). Minimum Qualifications: Completion of 9th grade. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of previous work experience in a custodial or similar role. Ability to use small and large tools for essential tasks (floor care equipment, mop/mop bucket, dust mop, broom, scrub pad, radio, etc.). Experience with standard office software applications and devices for work order systems (IWMS). Adaptable to work assignments and flexible for urgent trade requirements. Ability to comprehend safety guidelines and use approved chemicals by Environmental Health & Safety to perform essential job functions. Capable of operating a fleet vehicle as necessary. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Demonstrated capabilities in interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, calculation, reading, evaluating, comprehension, and organizing. Health Assessment Required: UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position. Special Instructions to the Applicants: UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles for the Custodial Specialist I. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department. New hires selected for this position at the University of Central Florida can expect to be offered the base salary amount for the role. Compensation is determined in alignment with UCF’s pay structure and internal equity considerations. Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business. Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers: Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays Retirement savings options Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions Education assistance Flexible work environment And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide. Dive into our Total Rewards Calculator to discover the diverse selection available to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF. Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins. Department Facilities Operations Maintenance Team One Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 4:00am to 8:00am Type of Appointment Varies Expected Salary $15.00 to Negotiable Job Posting End Date 02-07-2026-12-00-AM Veteran’s Preference: Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu. For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu. A Foundation for Success Founded in 1963 to provide talent for Central Florida and the growing U.S. space program, UCF has been making an impact on the state, the nation — and outer space — ever since. With 13 colleges and more than 230 degree programs, follow your passion at one of our campus locations designed to help you succeed. From the main campus in east Orlando to UCF Downtown and Rosen College of Hospitality Management to the Academic Health Sciences Campus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn in the heart of your industry. UCF also has multiple regional locations and fully online programs — including online bachelor’s degrees, online graduate degrees, online certificates and more — to ensure that you can achieve your dreams whenever and wherever you want.

Responsibilities

The Custodial Specialist I is responsible for cleaning and maintaining assigned areas to ensure a safe and attractive environment. This includes tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, surface cleaning, and light maintenance activities.