(Auraria) Custodian II - Swing Shift
State of Colorado
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Custodian II
State of Colorado
Colorado School of Mines
Location
Colorado, --
Salary
$20.12 - $25
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for a lead custodian at the Colorado School of Mines, where you'll oversee a team during early morning shifts, handle cleaning tasks across campus buildings, train new staff, and manage supplies and equipment.
It's ideal for someone with hands-on cleaning experience who enjoys working in a small, supportive team on a scenic college campus and is ready to step into a supervisory role.
The position offers steady hours, great benefits, and opportunities for growth within the facilities department.
Key Requirements
- Must be a current employee in Facilities Management at Colorado School of Mines
- At least one year of custodial experience (part-time prorated)
- Ability to lead and train new employees on cleaning procedures, chemical use, and policies
- Experience coordinating tasks, ordering supplies, and conducting safety inspections like fire extinguishers and exit lights
- Willingness to supervise in the supervisor's absence, including assigning work and handling after-hours duties like snow removal
- Pass background check, pre-employment physical, drug screen, and motor vehicle record check
- Knowledge of custodial practices, strong communication skills, and ability to operate equipment like power lifts
Full Job Description
OPEN TO CURRENT MINES EMPLOYEES ONLY
Would you like to work in a beautiful small campus environment? Colorado School of Mines is located in Golden, Colorado at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, 13 miles west of downtown Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder. For more information visit us at: www.mines.edu.
We offer a comprehensive portfolio of benefits to our classified workforce, includingmedical, dental, life, short and long-term disability plans, dependent tuition benefit, and retirement plans. Benefits begin the first of the month following your start date.
Other perks include:
- 13 paid holidays per year
- Paid vacation and sick leave which starts accruing your first month!
- Set work schedule
- Small crews (8-13)
- Free access to Mines varsity sporting events for you and 3 guests!
- Bi-annual Facilities Leadership Program
- Skill-building Development Program
- Internal promotional opportunities
Requirements
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Experience:MUST BE A CURRENT EMPLOYEE IN FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AT COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES.
One year of custodial experience. (Part-time experience will be pro-rated.) Your experience must be clearly documented in the Job History section of your application "See Resume" will not be accepted.
Substitutions:
None.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior relevant experience working for the State of Colorado;
- Experience with industrial cleaning equipment and appliances;
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Background check
- Pre-employment physical
- Pre-Employment drug screen
- MVR check
ESSENTIAL COMPENTENCIES FOR SUCCESS AT COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES:
Job knowledge: Knowledge of custodial practices and procedures
Communication and interpersonal skills: Strong communication skills to interact with team members, students, and staff
Initiative and accountability: Take initiative and works productively with the team to achieve common, collaborative goals
Organization and prioritization: Ability to organize and prioritize work
Attention to detail: Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks
Time management: Time management skills to ensure completion of assigned duties within specified timeframes
Problem solving: Ability to resolve problems in a timely manner
Customer service: Provides exemplary service to meet the needs of the students, staff, and customers of Mines
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Additional Information
Supplemental Information:
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons.
Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service.
Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.
Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.
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