Custodian (Monday Friday, 4:30Pm 1Am)

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UW Facilities manages the Universitys buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. Our teams can be organized into six main groups: Asset Management, Operations, Finance & Administration, Real Estate, Campus Energy, Utilities & Operations, and Business Intelligence & Technology. The three major units include Finance & Administration group which includes financial, procurement and sourcing, human resources, labor relations, payroll and training & organizational development, communications, and UW capital budgeting leadership to all of UW Facilities (UWF). The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Engineering Services, Sustainability, Project Development and planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Energy, Utilities & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Please visit UW Facilities web page for more information: UW Facilities .

Building Services delivers Custodial Services to the UW campus that provides exceptionally clean and sanitary environments for students, faculty, staff, and visitors and manages the comprehensive Recycling & Solid Waste Management program.

We have an outstanding opportunity for a Custodian Monday Friday, 4:30pm 1am plus shift differential to perform all custodial duties as required to provide clean and sanitary spaces.

Position Duties
Clean and sanitize restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures in accordance with established procedures and standards; refill restroom dispensers;
Clean chalkboards and erasers; dust and wipe furniture; sweep, mop or vacuum floors; empty wastebaskets, trash, and recycle containers; empty and clean ashtrays and cigarette urns; replace light bulbs;
Set-up and take down equipment, such as chalkboards and easels, and furnishings, such as folding chairs and tables needed for meetings, classrooms, conferences, and events;
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 vacuum, broom, mop, squeegee, ladder for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, and furniture;
Lock and unlock buildings; secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows; report unauthorized occupants;
Follow written and/or verbal instructions regarding the use of chemicals, supplies and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures;
Report need for repair and/or maintenance;
May wash interior or easily accessible exterior windows;
May perform cleaning and related activities in areas within a reasonable distance from buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment to remove snow or debris, or sweeping sidewalks or stairs;
May move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis;
May operate high-pressure washer;
Perform related duties as required.

Core Competencies
Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.
Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.
Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems.
Be responsible and accountable.
Use organizational skills and provide attention to details.
Maintain a positive, optimistic, and success-oriented attitude.
Exercise professionalism, which includes being tactful and courteous.
Exhibit a professional work ethic.
Continuously promote a safe work environment.

Requirements
Physical ability to do required work.

Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid Washington State Drivers License or a license recognized as valid by the State of Washington.

Desired
Basic computer skills.
Two years driving experience

Conditions of employment
Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions and communicate in English regarding the use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures.