Custodian

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 region's polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands‑on learning that leads to in‑demand careers. 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, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, 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.

Ecustodian 1 is a self‑motivated, independent worker position within Custodial Services. Responsibilities include sanitation of restrooms, floor and window care, general cleaning of building interiors and surrounding areas, emptying garbage and recycling, arrangement of furniture for campus events, and other custodial duties as required. The position requires a minimum salary of $41,844 up to $49,296 based on education, experience, and skills.

In addition to salary, university benefits include health and disability insurance, retirement, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted sports tickets, full access to campus workout facilities, and free transportation via STA buses.

Salary range $41,844 (minimum) to $49,296, dependent on education, experience, and skills.

• Minimum age of 18.

• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Ability to learn institutional custodial techniques and requirements.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Team‑oriented with flexibility to assist coworkers campus‑wide.

• Ability to work any shifts and any days.

• Ability to read, write, and understand written documents.

• Responsive and flexible approach supportive to the needs of, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff and the public.

• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of various custodial equipment.

• Prior professional housekeeping or custodial experience.

• Institutional or industrial custodial experience.

• Ability to work overtime/extended hours on occasion.

• 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.

• 20% Time:
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. Requires riding equipment where required.

• 20% Time:
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 (e.g., removing snow or debris, sweeping sidewalks or stairs). Perform maid services in housing if required. May assist in other areas when necessary.

• 15% Time:
Strip, clean, buff, and apply floor sealer and floor finish; vacuum and shampoo carpets.

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