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University of Washington CUSTODIAN (WEEKEND) - PART TIME in Seattle, Washington
Req #: 232916
Department: HOUSING & FOOD SERVICES
Posting Date: 06/20/2024
Closing Info: Closes On 07/04/2024
Salary: 50% of $3,477 - $3,907 per month
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/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20220908_a11y.pdf)
Part-time (50% FTE) Custodian (NE S WFSE Campuswide)
Thank you for considering Housing & Food Services at the University of Washington, Seattle.
Housing & Food Services (HFS) provides on-campus housing to over 10,000 student residents and operates over 40 dining and café locations that serve the entire campus community. To successfully accomplish this, we employ over 1,200 students, classified and professional staff members who work throughout HFS, providing residential and dining services to the campus. As reflected in our mission statement— working together to enhance student life —teamwork and service to our students and customers are at the heart of our business.
At the University of Washington, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity, and justice for all. In Housing & Food Services, our DEI statement reads:
HFS will become an organization that prioritizes inclusive workplace communities, centered on belonging and opportunity for all staff. All HFS staff must accept responsibility to identify and interrupt biases, privilege, barriers, and power dynamics. We challenge ourselves to engage in open dialogue, active listening, and empathic learning.
Should you wish to learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at UW Housing & Food Services, please reference this link Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement Training (https://rise.articulate.com/share/Rvbm5rUb5hsucH1MFwIlEmC1xhyJOtye#/) .
POSITION PURPOSE
The part-time (50% FTE) Custodian (NE S WFSE Campuswide) will serve as a team member, performing custodial tasks to maintain cleanliness and care of facilities during the weekends. Provide customer service for residential students and conferees.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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 REQUIREMENTS Physical ability to do required work. DESIRED 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.
One year of experience 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
Custodians may be assigned to work in a residence hall, apartment complex, office/work area or UW Dining facility. Shift is Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (20 hours total). New hires typically start at $20.52 per hour
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.