Weekend Custodian

University of Washington Medical Center • Seattle, WA

6d • $45,144 - $50,736 • Onsite

About The Position

Custodial Services at the University of Washington is hiring a part-time Weekend Custodian to provide clean and sanitary spaces for students, faculty, staff, and visitors on the Seattle campus. The position reports to the Custodial Manager and works Saturdays and Sundays from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. It is a regular position at 50% FTE on a permanent evening shift. The role performs essential services and may be required to work during any period of declared suspended operation.

The position performs custodial cleaning and sanitation, floor and carpet care, building security, event setup and takedown, and related maintenance tasks. Work may also include window washing, outdoor debris or snow removal, moving items, and operating a high-pressure washer. Employees must follow instructions and safety procedures for chemicals, supplies, and equipment, maintain regular attendance, and work in a non-smoking environment.

Requirements

• Physical ability to perform the required work.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate in English regarding chemicals, supplies, and equipment, and comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Valid Washington State driver's license, or a license recognized as valid by Washington State, and two years of driving experience.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, shower rooms, and fixtures according to established procedures and standards; refill restroom dispensers.
• Clean chalkboards and erasers; dust and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty waste and recycling containers; clean ashtrays and cigarette urns; and replace light bulbs.
• Set up and take down equipment and furnishings, including chalkboards, easels, folding chairs, and tables for meetings, classrooms, conferences, and events.
• Strip, clean, buff, and finish floors; operate high-speed floor buffers or polishers; and vacuum and clean carpets.
• Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools for cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, and furniture.
• Lock and unlock buildings, check for unlocked doors and windows, secure facilities when they are not in use, and report unauthorized occupants.
• Follow written and verbal instructions for using chemicals, supplies, and equipment, and comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Report repair or maintenance needs.
• May wash interior or easily accessible exterior windows.
• May remove snow or debris or sweep sidewalks or stairs in nearby outdoor areas using hand-operated tools or small power equipment.
• May move furniture, equipment, supplies, and tools on an incidental basis.
• May operate a high-pressure washer.
• Perform related duties as required.
• May be required to work during periods of declared suspended operation.

Benefits

• The posting directs applicants to the University of Washington staff benefits website for information about benefits; it does not specify individual benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed