Custodian - Nights; Temporary

Temporary Night Custodian

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UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

Housing & Food Services (HFS) has an outstanding opportunity for a Temporary Night Custodian to join their team.

Housing & Food Services supports over 10,000 student residents and operates 40+ dining locations on campus. With a team of over 1,200 staff and students, HFS is dedicated to enhancing student life through teamwork and excellent service.

Position Purpose

Serve as a team member, performing custodial tasks to maintain cleanliness and care of facilities. Provide customer service for residential students and conferees.

Description of Duties

* Cleaning and sanitizing kitchens, dining rooms and offices in accordance with established procedures and standards.

* Clean and sanitize restrooms, shower rooms and fixtures in accordance with established procedures and standards; refill restroom dispenser.

* Sweeping, moping and vacuuming floors; emptying wastebaskets, trash and recycle containers; replacing light bulbs.

* Dusting and cleaning walls, doors, windows, woodwork, furniture, etc.

* Stripping, cleaning, buffing and applying finish to floors; using high-speed floor buffers/polishers; vacuuming and cleaning carpets.

* Using and maintaining assigned power equipment and hand tools such as a vacuum, broom, mop, squeegee, or ladder for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets and furniture.

* Vacuuming furniture, drapery and walls.

* Securing building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows; reporting unauthorized occupants.

* Set up and take down equipment such as chalkboards and easels and furnishings such as folding chairs and tables needed for meetings, conferences and events.

* Follow written and/or verbal instructions regarding the use of chemicals, supplies and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures.

* Report need for repairs and maintenance.

* May operate high-pressure washer.

* Perform cleaning and related duties in areas within a reasonable distance from buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment to remove snow or debris, or to sweep sidewalks or stairs.

* Drive University vehicles to deliver items and commute to various HFS locations in or around campus

* Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

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.

Desired Qualifications

* Ability to work nights

* Ability to understand and produce written and verbal instructions in English

* Ability to effectively interact and communicate in a variety of situations

* Work independently with minimal supervision.

* Successful as a Custodian or housekeeper.

* An eye for detail

* Dedication to a high level of customer satisfaction

* Possession of a valid State of Washington Driver's License

Conditions of Employment

* A satisfactory outcome from the employment verification and reference check processes.

* Custodians may be assigned to work in a residence hall, apartment complex, office/work area or UW Dining facility.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$21.77 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$23.91 hourly

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

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Shift:

Permanent Night Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

0.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WFSE Campuswide

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