uw
Maintenance Custodian 1
At a Glance
- Location
- Seattle, Washington, United States
- Employment
- Full time
- Posted
- 2026-08-05
Key Requirements
Domain Knowledge
- Education
- Legal
Requirements
To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification and/or registration.
Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.
Physical ability to do required work AND one year of experience in custodial or general maintenance work.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Compensation & Benefits
$45,144.00 annual
$53,148.00 annual
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For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Responsibilities
Our department delivers custodial services to the UW campus that provides exceptionally clean and sanitary environments for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.Reporting to the Custodial Manager, the Maintenance Custodian 1 is responsible for performing all custodial duties as required to provide clean and sanitary spaces.
Clean and maintain floors, walls, windows, carpets, furniture, chalk boards; clean and sanitize restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures; empty trash containers; set-up and move furniture required for special events;
Use power equipment and hand tools such as broom, mop, squeegee, buffer, polisher and vacuum required for the cleaning and custodial maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture; use ladders when required in work assignments;
Replace light bulbs, tissue and restroom supplies; replace light switches and rewire lamps;
Lock and unlock buildings; secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows; report unauthorized occupants;
Construct simple items such as door stops and bookshelves; make routine repairs to locks, floors, walls, ceilings; clean and perform touch up painting of surfaces;
Team
Building Services Department | UW Facilities
About the Company
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.