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Custodian 3 - Float Schedule

Position Number: 6685972
Location: Cheney, WA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Custodian 3 - Float Schedule

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 regions polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWUs 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washingtons 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 bachelors and masters 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.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a 24-25 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement
At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur dAlene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.

Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.

From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.

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.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

The salary for this position is $43,824 (minimum) up to $58,426. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

Required Qualifications:

One to two years experience in housekeeping, janitorial, general or building maintenance, or custodial work
Valid drivers 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.
Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive of the needs including universal access of our students, faculty, staff and the public.

Preferred Qualifications:

Lead or Supervisory Experience
Knowledge of maintenance and operation of various custodial equipment.
Institutional or industrial custodial experience

Other Skills and Abilities:

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

Job Duties:

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.

Percent of Time: 80

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.

Percent of Time: 20
Conditions of Employment:

Successful candidate must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on frequent basis and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-placement physical.
During the course of university employment this position 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.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.
All new employees will comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
Work uniforms are provided by EWU.
After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. Workplace Belonging training will be available on December 1st and should be completed by March 31st, 2026.
This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement:
https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/05/WFSE-EWU-CBA-Barg.-Units-1-and-2-2025-2027_2024-12-02.pdf
Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Salary Information:

The salary for this position is $43,824 (minimum) up to $58,426. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.

Posting Date: 10/29/2025
Open Until Further Notice: No
Closing Date: 11/14/2025
Screening to Begin: ASAP

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/14152