Maintenance Custodian 1

University of Washington Medical Center • Seattle, WA

5d • $45,144 - $53,148 • Onsite

About The Position

Husky Health Center at the University of Washington is hiring a Maintenance Custodian 1 to perform simple maintenance assignments requiring minimal trades skills and daily custodial work in a clinical setting. The position reports to the Facilities Manager.

Maintenance work accounts for 60% of the role and includes moving and assembling furniture, using tools and equipment, performing routine building maintenance and repairs, and transporting materials and supplies in UW vehicles. Custodial work accounts for 40% and includes cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas, replenishing supplies, securing spaces, and responding to urgent custodial situations in the clinical setting.

This is a regular, 100% FTE position on the Seattle campus. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Husky Health staff are considered essential employees and are expected to report during UW closures for severe weather, natural disasters, or other emergencies. The position is represented by WFSE Campuswide.

Requirements

• Physical ability to perform the required work.
• One year of experience in custodial or general maintenance work; equivalent education and/or experience may substitute except where legal requirements apply.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Desire to undertake additional training to respond to the needs of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Apartment maintenance background.
• Competency in the “finish end” trades.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, stow, build, and move heavy furniture as required.
• Use power tools, power equipment, and hand tools to perform maintenance assignments.
• Perform routine building maintenance, repairs, installations, and modifications as assigned.
• Operate UW-owned motorized vehicles and equipment to transport materials and supplies.
• Perform related duties as required.
• Clean and maintain assigned areas, including floors, walls, windows, carpets, and furniture.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, shower rooms, exam rooms, and fixtures; empty trash containers; and replenish restroom and lobby sanitary supplies.
• Use power tools, power equipment, and hand tools to perform custodial assignments.
• Secure buildings and spaces when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows, and report unauthorized occupants.
• Respond to urgent custodial situations in a clinical setting.
• Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits (specific benefits are referenced through the University of Washington staff benefits webpage).
• Opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed