Posting Number
CA87P
Quick Link for Posting
http://jobs.uark.edu/postings/26604
Working Title
Service Assistant - Custodial
Position Number
16277
Department
Director Experiment Stations
About the University
About the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
The Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas County. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station ( AAES ) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service ( CES ), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
About the College/Department
Department Home Page
Job Type
Staff
Summary of Job Duties
The Service Assistant - Custodial is responsible for general cleaning of areas in and around office buildings and laboratories, conference rooms, building common areas, grounds around these buildings and other areas as required. The job duties will include vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, dusting, and emptying small office trash cans as well as large trash cans. This position will be responsible for using carpet and floor cleaning equipment. The Service Assistant will be responsible for cleaning commodes, sinks, water fountains, etc. This position will also be responsible for snow/ice removal during winter months.
This position will have a regular defined work schedule; however, on occasional event days this position will adjust work hours to fit the event.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications: Please ensure that all relevant application materials include details addressing the minimum qualifications. Applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications will be disqualified from consideration.
The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.
Does this job require any license(s)/certification(s)?
No
If yes, please specify
Preferred Qualifications
At least one year of custodial work experience in a commercial/corporate industry
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques
Knowledge of cleaning equipment operation and maintenance
Ability to follow instructions and perform repetitive manual work
Ability to use cleansers and other agents
Ability to clean floors and furniture
Ability to use housekeeping cleaning supplies and equipment
Ability to work independently without close supervision
Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions
Ability to perform multiple tasks and to prioritize assignments
Ability to perform repetitive manual work
Ability to do required lifting (up to 50 lbs)
Physical activities associated with this position
For questions regarding reasonable accommodations please contact the Division s Office of Affirmative Action at bbatiste@uark.edu. bbatiste@uark.edu .
Physical Conditions
The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes., The employee is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside., The employee is subject to extreme cold. Temperatures typically below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity., The employee is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level., The employee is subject to vibration. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body., The employee is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts or vehicles, electrical current, working in high places, exposure to chemicals, biological, radiological or hazardous materials., The employee is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation., The employee is subject to work in close quarters (i.e. narrow aisles, crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, small enclosed rooms, sewage and line pipes) and other areas that could cause claustrophobia., The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.
Work Schedule
11:30 am to 8:00 pm; additional hours may be needed based on building events.
Overtime Eligible
Yes
Is this position weather/event essential? If yes, the employee in this position will report to work at the scheduled time when the University is closed due to inclement conditions.
Yes
Work Location/Building
Don Tyson Center for Agricultural Sciences - Fayetteville, AR
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Appointment Percent
100
Salary
20,922
Pay Grade Level
C103
Does this Position require a Motor Vehicle Reports Check?
Yes
Does this position require a background check?
Yes
If yes, please specify
Does this position require a substance abuse test?
Yes
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Posting Detail Information
Future Open Date
Close Date
04/30/2018
Open Until Filled
No
Anticipated Start Date
05/15/2018
Anticipated End Date (for temporary appointments)
Recruitment Contact Information
Vaughn Skinner
jskinner@uark.edu
479-841-3362
Tommy Clark
tac009@uark.edu
Special Instructions Summary
Hiring Location
222 Administration Building Fayetteville, AR 72701.
EEO Statement
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs and services without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Internal Posting
No
City, St.
Fayetteville, AR
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How many years of custodial work experience do you have in the commercial/corporate industry?
- No experience
- Less than one year
- At least one year, but less than two
- At least two years, but less than three
- At least three years, but less than four
- At least four years, but less than five
- Five years or more
- * Custodial staff is considered essential personnel. When the University of Arkansas is closed due to inclement weather, the person filling this position may be required to report to work. Are you willing to work during inclement weather and event specific days?
- Yes
- No
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