CUSTODIAN - DAYS (Hourly/Temporary) - University of Washington

Req #: 240480 Department: HOUSING AND FOOD SERVICES (HFS) Appointing Department Web Address: https://hfs.uw.edu/Home Posting Date: 10/29/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $20.15 - $23.22 per hour Shift: First Shift Notes: 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/3/2018/04/benefits-summary-classified-staff-less-than-half-time-20240419-a11y3.pdf) 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. **_Housing & Food Services (HFS)_** **has an outstanding opportunity for a** **_Temporary_** **Custodian** **(Days) to join their team.** **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** - Clean and sanitize restrooms, shower rooms and fixtures in accordance with established procedures and standards; refill restroom dispenser. - Clean chalkboards; sweep, mop and vacuum floors; empty wastebaskets, trash and recycle containers; empty and clean ashtrays and cigarette urns; replace light bulbs. - Dust and clean walls, doors, windows, woodwork, furniture, etc. - Clean kitchenettes, elevators and stairwells. - 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 a vacuum, broom, mop, squeegee, or ladder for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets and furniture. - Vacuum furniture, drapery and walls. - Secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows; report 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. - Inventory, sort and issue linen and bedding; keep student room inventory records; change and make beds. - Maintain simple records and produce simple reports. - Wash vents, radiators, light fixtures, waste receptacles. - Wash interior and easily accessible exterior windows. - 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. - Perform various duties related to students checking in and checking out. - Drive University vehicles to deliver items and commute to various HFS locations in or around campus - Perform related duties as required. **Minimum Qualifications** Physical ability to do required work. **Desirable Qualifications** Competitive candidates will possess experience that demonstrates: - Willingness to work any shift - 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. - Mandatory Overtime required twice a year over weekend days - 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. - A valid Washington State Driver's License may be required. _* Custodians may be assigned to work in a residence hall, apartment complex, office/work area or UW Dining facility._ **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 assessments 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.