Req #: 209081
Department: UW FACILITIES: BUILDING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Appointing Department Web Address: https://facilities.uw.edu/
Posting Date: 07/07/2022
Closing Info: Closes On 07/13/2022
Salary: $3,045 to $3,757/month (new hires typically start at $19.29/hour), effective 7.1.2022
Shift: Permanent Evening Shift
Notes: Work Schedule: -Friday: 5am - 9am -Saturday & Sunday: 1:30pm - 10pm; will earn an additional $1/hour shift differential on Saturday and Sunday
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. 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. UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Utilities & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups, as well as the separate Emergency Management team, are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Building Services Department has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time Custodian. Under general supervision, a Custodian will: • Clean and disinfect restrooms/shower rooms, fixtures & equipment, in assigned areas, in accordance with established procedures and standards; refill restroom dispensers; • Clean chalkboards and erasers; dust and wipe furniture; sweep, mop or vacuum floors; empty wastebaskets, trash, and recycle containers; empty and clean ashtrays and cigarette urns; replace light bulbs; • Set-up and take down equipment, such as chalkboards and easels, and furnishings, such as folding chairs and tables needed for meetings, classrooms, conferences, and events; • Strip, clean, buff and apply finish to floors; use high speed floor buffers/polishers; vacuum and clean carpets; • Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools such as vacuum, broom, mop, squeegee, ladder for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, and furniture; • Lock and unlock buildings; secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows; report unauthorized occupants; • Follow written and/or verbal instructions regarding the use of chemicals, supplies and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures; • Report need for repair and/or maintenance; • May wash interior or easily accessible exterior windows; • 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; • May move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis; May operate high-pressure washer; • Perform related duties as required. • Regular and predictable attendance is required The custodian must be physically able to perform all of the above duties. Core Competencies • Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness • Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively • Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems • Be responsible and accountable • Use organizational skills and attention to details • Maintain a positive, optimistic, success-oriented attitude • Exercise professional demeanor which includes being tactful and courteous • Exhibit a professional work ethic • Continuously promote a safe work environment Requirements include: • Physical ability to do required work. Additional Requirements include: • 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. • Possession of a valid Washington State Driver’s License or a license recognized as valid by the State of Washington. • Regular and predictable attendance.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. Desired: • Basic computer skills As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-classified-staff-20210208.pdf) Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
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.