Custodian

Job Description

Custodial Services has an outstanding opportunity for a Custodian to join our team. Our department delivers custodial services to the UW campus that provides exceptionally clean and sanitary environments for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Reporting to the Custodial Manager, the Custodian is responsible for performing all custodial duties as required to provide clean and sanitary spaces.

This position is for a full-time Custodian at the University of Washington Seattle Campus with hours Monday through Friday, 5:00 am – 1:30 pm.

• Clean and sanitize restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures in accordance with established procedures and standards; refill restroom dispensers (20%)
• Clean chalkboards and erasers; dust and wipe furniture; sweep, mop or vacuum floors; empty wastebaskets, trash, and recycle containers (20%)
• Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools such as vacuum, broom, mop, squeegee, for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, and furniture (10%)
• Lock and unlock buildings; secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows; report unauthorized occupants (5%)
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions regarding the use of chemicals, supplies and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures (5%)
• Report need for repair and/or maintenance (5%)
• May wash interior or easily accessible exterior windows (5%)
• May perform cleaning and related activities in areas within a reasonable distance from buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment to remove snow or debris, or sweeping sidewalks or stairs (5%)
• May move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis (5%) May operate high-pressure washer (5%)
• Strip, clean, buff and apply finish to floors; use high speed floor buffers/polishers; vacuum and clean carpets (15%)
• Perform related duties as required.

This position performs essential services and may be required to work during any period of declared suspended operation.

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification and/or registration.

• Physical ability to do required work.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions and communicate in English regarding the use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures.

• Basic computer skills

• Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.

Pay Range Minimum: $45,288.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum: $49,740.00 annual

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First Shift (United States of America)

This is a regular position

100.00%

WFSE Campuswide

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 ().

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ().

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.