Job description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Working Title
Custodian 3 - Float Schedule
Posting Number
2023007CP
Position Information
Classification Title
Custodian 3 - Float
Classification Code
4678K
RCW Exemption Criteria
No Exemption
EWU Position Number
C99386
CUPA Code
No Match
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
BU 1
% Full Time
100%
Salary / Wage Range
CS - 35X
Salary Information
$39, 732 – $49,116/year
Anticipated Start Date
Position is available now.
Term of Appointment
12 months per year
Location
Cheney campus
County
Spokane
Project Description
Project Duration
Background Check
Yes - Both
Responsible HR User
Kenlyn Mackey
Responsible HR User Email address
kmackey2@ewu.edu
Posting Text
Job Summary
- Eastern Washington University is seeking a self-motivated, independent worker for a Custodian 3-Float Schedule. Positions at this level lead and/or supervise assigned personnel performing various custodial and housekeeping duties. This position regularly assigns, instructs and checks the work of others, interviews and recommends selection of applicants, conducts training, assigns and schedules work, acts upon leave requests, conducts annual performance evaluations and recommends disciplinary action.
- On top of 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, discounted EWU sports tickets and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.
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. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building and at Riverpoint, a campus shared 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 bachelor’s and master’s 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.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared 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.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared 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.
Diversity Statement
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Conditions of Employment
- Successful candidate must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on frequent basis and carry up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis. Successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-placement physical.
- This position, during the course of university employment 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 must comply with EWU immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR and proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
- COVID-19 Vaccination and Exemption Information link: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/
- Upon hire employees will complete our required Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Hazing, Harassment and Title IX training. Online training can be accessed at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on our Human Resources site: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/
- This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Physical Demands
- If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Vara Lyn Conrath at vconrath@ewu.edu.
Pre-Placement Physical
Yes
Hearing Test
Yes
Medical Monitoring Post Hire
Yes
Protective Equipment
Required Qualifications
- One to two years’ experience in housekeeping, janitorial, general or building maintenance, or custodial work
- Valid driver’s license
- Minimum age of 18.
- Physical ability to do the job.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must have prior cleaning or custodial experience.
- Must be able to work different shifts and days.
- Must be able to read, write and understand written documents.
- Must have basic Microsoft Office experience including Word, Excel, and experience using an email system.
- Candidate must demonstrate interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility and/or diversity.
Preferred Qualifications
- Lead or Supervisory Experience
- Knowledge of maintenance and operation of various custodial equipment.
- Institutional or industrial custodial experience
Other Skills and Abilities
Work Schedule Type
Floating
Work Schedule
- Varies depending on work site location. Schedules will have assigned daily hours that may vary during a workweek to meet operational needs. Floating schedules will include at least two consecutive days off in a seven day period; days off will generally be the same from workweek to workweek.
Posting Date
02/13/2023
Open Until Further Notice
No
Closing Date
03/06/2023
Screening to Begin
03/07/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting
before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.
- Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
- Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. Please list at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
- Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
- Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process: Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Application Types Accepted
Application
Job Duties
% of Time
80
Responsibility / Duty
- Process recycling.
- Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms and fixtures that are in said facilities in accordance with established practices and procedures.
- 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.
- Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
- Strip, clean, buff, and apply floor sealer and floor finish to floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets.
- 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.
- Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.
- 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.
- Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies (mix only as directed).
- May 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).
- May perform maid services in housing if required.
- May assist in other areas when necessary.
- May move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis.
- May wash interior or easily accessible exterior windows. Cleaning rags and dust mops.
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
% of Time
20
Responsibility / Duty
- Will lead and assign work schedules to custodial staff within the facilities.
- Will train new full time and part time employees in proper cleaning techniques.
- Will make routine checks to determine if work is being properly performed.
- Will complete area inspections on monthly bases.
- Will assist in maintaining inventory of custodial supplies and equipment.
- Assist with employee records and evaluations.
- Work and communicate closely with building occupants within your areas to be sure you meet their needs.
- May work with scheduling office to assure information is correct.
- Attend to emergencies when necessary.
- Perform related duties as required.
- Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.
- Take classes when necessary such as: training in First Aid, CPR, new products, human relationships, and leadership skills.
- Attend meetings as required and assigned.
- Have weekly meetings with custodial staff with some training and exchange of ideas.
- Call in work orders.
- Will keep supervisor apprised of any performance issues in their areas.
- Have essential physical and mental capacities in the following: Interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, follow directions; verbal and written, have basic comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, mathematical, organizing and innovative skills. This individual must be self-motivated, reliable and dependable.
- Monitor safety practices of custodians.
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
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