Extension Custodian- Taylor County

Required License/Registration/Certification

None Physical Requirements Ability to sweep, mop, vacuum, operate floor scrubber/buffer, and perform other cleaning duties. Ability to lift, push, pull and carry objects up to 50 lbs. Ability to engage in regular/routine standing, walking, squatting, bending, reaching, climbing. Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather. Shift Monday-Friday (7 a.m – 2:30 p.m.); occasional nights, weekends or holidays may be required Days, Occasional Evenings and Weekends Job Summary Job Title: Extension Custodian – Taylor County

Location: Campbellsville, KY

As an Extension Custodian, you will be responsible for the overall maintenance, cleanliness and other basic custodial aspects of the Extension office. General duties include facility management,
cleaning, maintenance, basic landscaping, conference room set up, and general repairs while conducting yourself professionally.

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to:
• cleaning, stocking, and maintaining bathrooms and kitchen areas
• vacuuming and dusting entire office area
• emptying trash and recyclables
• maintaining and cleaning outdoor areas
• occasional duties such as
o stripping and waxing floors
o changing light bulbs
o steam cleaning carpets
o landscaping, mowing and weed eating outside areas
• setting up conference rooms
You will report to an Extension Agent and there will be some interaction with the public.

State law may require a national and state criminal background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the employee is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment or involvement in this program. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Some previous experience in the maintenance/janitorial field. Deadline to Apply 06/20/2024 University Community of Inclusion The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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