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Custodian I (3rd shift) - Enterprise Physical Operations

Washington University in St. Louis
Mid Campus Center, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 May 2026
💰 $40,000/yr($30,000/yr$40,000/yr)

About the role

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

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 and vacuums work areas and offices.
  • Washes interior and exterior windows.
  • Change lights utilizing appropriate ladders.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

  • 3rd shift schedule is typically Sunday–Thursday, 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM.
  • 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).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.


Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

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:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Cleaning Equipment, Customer Service, Following Instructions, Housekeeping, Organizational Commitment, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, User Instructions, Working Independently

Grade

G03-H

Salary Range

$15.25 - $20.77 / Hourly

The 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, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accomm

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