Maintenance Custodian 1

University of Washington Medical Center • Seattle, WA

6d • $45,144 - $53,148

About The Position

Intercollegiate Athletics is hiring a Maintenance Custodian 1 to oversee daily custodial work in the arena, stadium, and other assigned areas. Reporting to the Custodian Supervisor 1, the position provides custodial and maintenance services for intercollegiate athletic facilities, with duties guided by facility and event needs. The position performs essential services and may be required to work during periods of declared suspended operation.

The role includes preparing and servicing facilities for events and practices, maintaining athletic and public spaces, moving furniture and equipment, and performing basic repairs and grounds upkeep. The work may involve variable shifts and mandatory event-related overtime as needed.

Requirements

• Physical ability to perform the required work.
• One year of experience in custodial or general maintenance work; equivalent education or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except where legal requirements apply.
• Ability to work event-related overtime and variable shifts; overtime is mandatory for athletic events as needed.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with custodial equipment such as scrubbers, extractors, and sweepers; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Service intercollegiate athletic facilities according to event needs and supervisor direction, including standby before, during, and after events, practices, banquets, press conferences, meetings, and luncheons.
• Assist with event setup, arrange furniture and equipment, service restrooms, troubleshoot facility problems, and report emergencies to the supervisor or appropriate University authorities.
• Maintain sports complexes, arenas, stadiums, meeting rooms, locker rooms, training rooms, classrooms, equipment rooms, restrooms, and other public areas.
• Clean and maintain floors, walls, windows, carpets, furniture, sports equipment, and wipe boards; sanitize and restock restrooms and showers; replace light bulbs; and empty trash and recycling containers.
• Set up and move furniture for sporting and special events.
• Remove snow or debris from sidewalks, stairs, driveways, and entryways manually or with self-propelled equipment; mow grass; and help maintain grounds around athletic facilities.
• Under supervisor direction, perform minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work, such as repairing lights and fixtures, moving partitions, and repairing walls, windows, floors, drains, and sewer lines.
• Construct simple items such as bookshelves and cabinets, and clean and paint surfaces.
• Use power and motorized equipment and hand tools, including ladders, buffers, polishers, vacuums, and blowers.

Benefits

• Taxable benefits include tickets to UW Intercollegiate home competitions.
• The University describes outstanding employee benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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