Overnight Custodian, 11:00pm - 7:30am
 The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia | |
$15.00 per hour, dependent on candidate qualifications and experience
| |
 United States, Virginia, Charlottesville | |
| 1215 Lee Street (Show on map) | |
 Apr 08, 2026 | |
|
Overnight Custodian The University of Virginia Facilities Management department offers a career that affords exciting growth opportunities for employees. We are currently seeking Overnight Custodian candidates for the following shift:
Position Compensation - Starting at $15.00 per hour, dependent on candidate qualifications and experience. This position also receives an additional $2.50/hour for evening shift differential. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with UVA benefits. Custodians perform exceptional housekeeping services in assigned areas through safe work practices while using proper housekeeping techniques. The position maintains good working relationships with customers, staff, students, and supervisors. Custodians complete special project work as assigned and gain increasing efficiency with cleaning techniques, supplies, and equipment. Basic housekeeping experience, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning carpets, cleaning bathrooms and removal of trash is preferred. The ability to follow established policies, procedures, and directions, as well as adhere to regulatory guidelines in daily work is required. Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are also essential. Basic computer, tablet, and/or smart phone usage and the ability to submit electronic timesheets are also required. Duties Include: * Maintain offices, classrooms, restrooms, public areas, or other assigned areas in clean and orderly condition. * Remove trash, clean bathrooms, wipe down surfaces, dust, vacuum, etc. Apply proper methods and materials. * Maintain clean and orderly housekeeping closets and equipment and keep inventories of supplies, requesting additional supplies as needed. * Report all repairs and pest control needs, and any housekeeping-related violations by residents, guests, or staff. * May perform minor maintenance tasks, such as changing bulbs, or more complex tasks including operating cleaning equipment such as buffers or waxers. * In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands: This role requires regular standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting, and carrying, with the ability to safely handle material and equipment weighing 25 pounds, and occasionally as much as 40 pounds. The position also calls for repetitive motion for reoccurring duties such as dusting and mopping, and while working in various indoor and outdoor environments. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site. To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA. Application review will begin after April 14, 2026.
Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0082276. Complete an application with the following documents: - Resume Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration. Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required. Contact
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. | |