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Custodian I (2nd shift) - OFMD
Washington University in St. LouisUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Apr 2026
💰 $40,000/yr($30,000/yr – $40,000/yr)
About the role
Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campus’ mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus.OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the world’s largest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations.
As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the university’s mission. For additional information, view a quick message from some of our employees: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers/.
Provides custodial services for a department by performing a variety of cleaning tasks to maintain a safe, healthy work environment for staff and visitors.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Collects and disposes of trash and waste products by taking them to the appropriate compactor.
- Cleans, disinfects bathrooms, sanitizes telephones, washes desks, and cleans lunch/service areas.
- Operates mechanical floor cleaners, vacuums, and utilizes mop buckets, wringers, and other related equipment.
- Mops, buffs, and maintains all floors and dusts/vacuums work areas and offices.
- Washes interior and exterior windows.
- Changes lights utilizing appropriate ladders.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- 2nd shift schedule is typically Monday-Friday, 2:30 - 11:00 PM.
- Alternative work schedule as a regular part of the job (weekends).
Physical Effort
- Typically bending, crouching, and stooping.
- Exposure to chemicals.
- Typically standing or walking.
- Exposure to moving machinery.
- Frequent lifting of 25lbs or more.
- Ability to move to on and off-campus locations.
Equipment
- Heavy equipment (buffers).
Required Qualifications
Education:
A diploma, certification or degree is not required.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.Preferred Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Cleaning Equipment, Customer Service, Following Instructions, Housekeeping, Organizational Commitment, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, User Instructions, Working IndependentlyGrade
G03-HSalary Range
$15.25 - $20.77 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, markApply for this role
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