Custodian 1

un Custodian 1 employment type: Custodian 1 About Eastern Washington University: Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the regions polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWUs 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washingtons second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus d with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelors and masters degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction , a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a 24-25 College of Distinction (CoD). Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024 . Tribal Land Acknowledgement Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their d history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place-the knowledge that comes from the land. Job Summary: Eastern Washington University is currently seeking self-motivated, independent workers for Custodian 1 . Custodial Services maintains a safe, sanitary and clean environment in order to enhance the learning environment on campus. Duties include sanitation of restrooms, floor and window care, general cleaning of building interiors and surrounding areas, emptying garbage and recycling and arrangement of furniture for campus events. The salary for this position is $37,896 - $46,632 per year. In addition to salary, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and their eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: . Required Qualifications: Valid drivers license Minimum age of 18. Physical ability to do the job. High School Diploma or GED Must have the ability to learn institutional custodial techniques and requirements. Must have excellent customer service skills. Must be a team-oriented worker with flexibility to assist fellow coworkers throughout campus. Must be able to work any shifts and any days. Please note that evening shift receives a pay premium. Must be able to read, write and understand written documents. Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the needs of, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff and the public. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of maintenance and operation of various custodial equipment preferred. Prior professional housekeeping or custodial experience preferred. Institutional or industrial custodial experience preferred. Able to work overtime/extended hours on occasion. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment and create effective relationships for problem-solving and positive interactions Demonstrated initiative; looking for what needs to be done and doing it Attention to detail Job Duties: Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools, buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, high pressure washer, high speed buffers and vacuum, broom, mop, squeegee for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc. This can and will require riding equipment where required. Percent of Time: 20 Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies (mix only as directed).Perform cleaning and related activities in areas within a reasonable distance from buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment (activities such as removing snow or debris, sweeping sidewalks or stairs).Perform maid services in housing if required.May assist in other areas when necessary. Percent of Time: 20 Lock and unlock assigned buildings; secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows; report any unauthorized occupants; turn out lights. Percent of Time: 2 Strip, clean, buff, and apply floor sealer and floor finish to floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets. Percent of Time: 15 Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms and fixtures that are in said facilities in accordance with established practices and procedures. Percent of Time: 10 Clean, dust and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty wastebaskets and trash containers; empty and clean ashtrays and cigarette urns; replace light bulbs; refill restroom dispensers. Percent of Time: 10 Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments. Percent of Time: 10 Wash interior or easily accessible exterior windows. Cleaning rags and dust mops. Percent of Time: 5 Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc. Percent of Time: 3 Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis. Percent of Time: 3 Process recycling. Percent of Time: 2 Conditions of Employment: Workdays and shift times may vary in response to customer needs for special event coverage and/or department needs. Management does retain the right and discretion to modify schedules, building assignments, shifts and/or days for operational purposes. The Custodian 1 position can be physically demanding. Successful candidates must be able to pass a pre-placement physical ( EWU pays for the physical). Successful candidate must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on frequent basis and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Position include prolonged periods standing and walking. Candidates must have ability to climb stairs. Position includes frequently reaching above shoulders and repeated bending, kneeling, pulling and pushing. During the course of university employment this position will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment. All new employees will comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU . Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs. Work uniforms are provided by EWU . This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement: WFSE - EWU - CBA -Barg.-Units-1-and-2- FINAL -2023-2025.pdf After starting employment, employees will complete required training. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on the Human Resources webpage at . Salary Information: $37,896 - $46,632 per year. Posting Date: 06/04/2025 Open Until Further Notice: No Closing Date: 6/18/2025 Screening to Begin: ASAP Special Instructions to Applicants: Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at .... To apply, visit Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. 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