Custodian

Job TitleCustodianAgencyTexas A&M Agrilife ResearchDepartmentWeslacoProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationWeslaco, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionAbout Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:Texas A&M AgriLife Extension ServiceTexas A&M AgriLife ResearchCollege of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M UniversityTexas A&M Forest ServiceTexas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic LaboratoryAs the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!Position InformationThe Custodian, under supervision, provides daily, general cleaning services to the Weslaco AgriLife Center.Responsibilities:Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors. Dust furniture and counters, clean windowsClean and disinfect restrooms, breakrooms and shared spaces. Restock necessary supplies (soap, paper towels, etc.)Assist with setup of tables and chairs for meetings or events.Trash removal from offices, kitchens, restrooms and public/common areas dailyReplenishes supplies, cleans/polishes metal hardware, shampoos carpet, moves furniture, and mixes cleaning chemicals.Repairs minor damages on equipment and structures. Reports major damage on equipment.Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.What You Need to KnowSalary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. This is an hourly paid position. Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following: Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays  Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each monthAutomatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLifeApplicant InstructionsApplications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.