Temporary Custodial Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/793/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=498119&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Work type: Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time, Temporary Staff Pool Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: Business and Financial Affairs Position TitleTemporary Custodial About the UniversityWestern Washington University, with over 16,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range. The city lies 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia. Western is the highest-ranking public, master's-granting university in the Pacific Northwest, according to the 2019 U.S. News & World Report rankings. About the DepartmentWe support Western's mission, which states that together with our students, staff, and faculty, we are committed to making a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement. We encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse experiences interested in this opportunity. About the Position As our temporary custodian, you will perform custodial assignments necessary to maintain the cleanliness and care of the facilities including academic, residential, and athletic. A basic list of responsibilities include: + Emptying trash + Dusting + Vacuuming + Checking fixtures and making note of damage + Interim floor and carpet care + Spot cleaning of carpets + Polishing + Cleaning door glass + Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) + Operating cleaning equipment + Cleaning lockers and benches + Setting up and removing furniture + Assisting as required on snow removal + Mixing chemicals for cleaning + Disinfecting, cleaning and sanitizing + Stripping, cleaning, buffing and applying finish to floors Required Qualifications + High school graduate or equivalent + Effectively read, write and follow oral and/or written instructions as provided by management + Effective communication skills + Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation All employees must comply with our Immunization policies, includingProof of Rubeola Measles Immunity (https://policy.wwu.edu/POL-U1300.01-Requiring-Proof-of-Rubeola-Measles-Immunity.pdf) within 60-days of hire. Please reach out toHR@wwu.eduif you need information regarding medical or religious exemption and applicable accommodations. Preferred Qualifications + Experience in housekeeping, janitorial, general or building maintenance or custodial work in an educational environment + Proven ability to work independently and in groups Salary$18.44/hour Bargaining UnitThis position is covered by a Washington Federation of State Employees bargaining union. Application Instructions A cover letter and resume are required and should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications. Please include the names and contact information of three professional references. Closing Date NotesOpen continuously Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU’s Policy on Ensuring Equal Opportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and Retaliation (http://www.wwu.edu/policies/docs/1000%20University%20Administration/POL-U1600.02%20Ensuring%20Equal%20Opportunity%20and%20Prohibiting%20Discrimination%20and%20Retaliation.pdf) . Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Western Washington University, Old Main 345 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay); crtc@wwu.edu WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources Disability Services (https://wp.wwu.edu/hr/2015/09/02/i-need-a-workplace-accommodation/) , 360.650.3774 or 711 (Washington Relay). Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: This report is provided pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act ("The Clery Act"). It includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on Western's campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Western; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report in printed or alternate formats by contacting the Office of the Vice President for Enrollment and Student Services atvpsa.office@wwu.edu. The report can be found at:Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (http://www.wwu.edu/vpess/docs/ASRCleryreport.pdf) . All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires. Job no: 498119 Advertised: Oct 15 2020 09:00 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: