Custodian I - 1St Shift - Ofmd

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Washington University School of Medicine Operations & Facilities Management Department provides a range of services for the medical campus in a customer-focused, efficient, and sustainable manner. Operations & Facilities Management maintains 61 university buildings and provides operational, planning, and construction services to over 8.3 million gross square feet of space. We will open three new facilities between 2023 and 2025 with over 1.5M BGSF. In addition, the School of Medicine continues expanding its reach on and off campus in teaching, clinical care, and research. Our team plays a vital and important role in delivering care, research, and services.
Position provides custodial services for a department by performing a variety of cleaning tasks to maintain a safe and healthy work area for staff and visitors. This is a first shift position and will typically work 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Cleans, disinfects bathrooms, sanitizes telephones, washes desks and cleans lunch/service area.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Changes lights utilizing appropriate ladders.
• Operates mechanical floor cleaners, vacuums and utilizes mop buckets, wringers, etc.
• Washes interior and exterior windows.
• Mops, buffs and maintains all floors and dusts/vacuums work areas and offices.
• Collects and dispose of trash and waste products by taking to appropriate compactor.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to chemicals.
• Typically standing or walking.
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping.
• Frequent lifting 25 lbs or more.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be able to work independent with minimal supervision.
• Some housekeeping experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and understand labels and operating instructions on equipment and chemical containers.
• Working knowledge of general housekeeping equipment.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.

Grade

G03-H

Salary Range

$15.25 - $19.57 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.