2020 and 2021 Custodial Award Winners

CUSTODIAL LEGACY

During this year’s Custodial Awards ceremony, Allison Steele, associate director of employee experience and professional development, was surprised with the Custodial Legacy Award for 2015–21. It’s the first time the award has been given. Of Steele, her team said, “Your vast contributions and immense care have fundamentally impacted this team. Your passion for us has set an example and left a lasting impression. We are successful because of you. We are who we are because of you.”

These annual University Facilities awards recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond in demonstrating the custodial commitments — safety, hospitality, quality, and efficiency.

CUSTODIAL HERO AWARD

Performs decisively in the face of adversity. Their acts of selfless service demonstrate the highest form of respect and gratitude.

ALL FRONTLINE CUSTODIAL STAFF (2020–21)

CUSTODIAL SAFETY AWARD

Champions safety through their actions and commitment to themselves, their fellow staff, and the entire UR community

SAMIDA MESIC, CUSTODIAN (2020) MAZIE ELLERBE, TEAM LEADER (2021)

CUSTODIAL HOSPITALITY AWARD

Demonstrates a positive attitude and an ability to build lasting relationships

HIRUT GETACHEW, CUSTODIAN (2020) PATRICIA VASQUEZ, CUSTODIAN (2021)

CUSTODIAL QUALITY AWARD

Displays exemplary attention to detail and exceptional service

NELI METODIEVA, CUSTODIAN (2020) KIM JACKSON, CUSTODIAN (2021)

CUSTODIAL EFFICIENCY AWARD

Displays creative thinking, provides innovative suggestions, and continually seeks ways to improve the operation

HENNIE APANGA, CUSTODIAN (2020) KADEFA SPAHIC, CUSTODIAN (2021)

CUSTODIAL COMMITMENT AWARD

Most exemplifies all four commitments of the custodial department

BARBARA JOHNSON-COLEMAN, CUSTODIAN (2020) MAURICIO LOPEZ, RETHINK WASTE SUPERVISOR (2021)

CUSTODIAL LEADERSHIP AWARD

Demonstrates dedication to the team’s success; develops those around them; and serves those they lead

SLAVI MILEV, RETHINK WASTE ASSOCIATE (2020) PAUL JUST, CUSTODIAL SUPERVISOR (2021)