Custodian 1

Job Summary

Central Washington University is recruiting a Custodian 1 to join our Custodial Services team in Ellensburg, Washington. This role is an important member of our team as they enhance the vision for the University. The role is a campus-based position, which means you get to see the lives you are impacting. Were offering a competitive salary plus the awesome CWU benefits.

Who we are:

We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.

Working in higher education provides career growth and career choice. Think of a university campus like a mini city, operating across 380 acres. Youll find diverse academics, libraries, athletics and sporting events, full service and quick serve dining, conferences and events from small to large, recreation centers, housing, health services, police and public safety for the campus population of ~8,300 students.

Central Washington University has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution for the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition, for seven out of eight years, CWU was a recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. RentCafe has also named CWU #13 of the Top 20 Best College Towns in the U.S. in 2025.

Come join us on our journey to encourage, inspire, and create spaces where all identities thrive on campus.

Tour our campus in Ellensburg here. www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjdhOegDa9A

What we offer:

Our investment in you begins the day you join our team, a healthy and successful future for you is important to us. We offer medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, discounts across town, an employee assistance program for individualized counseling, and a wellness incentive program. Learn more: Benefits, Perks, and Leave and Total Rewards Calculator.

The Role:

The Custodian 1 performs a variety of custodial services both individually and with other Custodial Services staff in residential, academic, or administrative facilities as assigned. Custodian provides superior customer service to provide a clean, safe working environment. The specific duties, tasks or combinations of tasks may vary according to the assigned facility(s); facility assignments may be changed to meet the needs of the department. Work is performed professionally and efficiently, incorporating both personal integrity and mutual respect.

All employees are expected to uphold and contribute to CWUs vision, mission, and values, fostering a culture of student success and institutional excellence. Facilities and Skilled Trades employees directly affect the vision, mission, and values of Central Washington University by contributing to a sustainable campus environment and by supporting and creating spaces where students, faculty, and staff feel welcome, safe, and comfortable.

Job Duties

Perform all aspects of custodial duties to include but not limited to:

• Effectively communicate and maintain positive working relations with faculty, staff, students, and the campus community as well as Facilities Management Department (FMD) management team.
• Perform work in a manner that provides excellent service with nominal to no inconvenience or disruption for the client. Perform quality work that meets or exceeds the expectation and satisfaction of the client.
• Perform work using Best Practices while maintaining compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures to provide a safe workplace.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms (toilets, showers, sink), kitchens and laundry rooms, food production areas, walk-in coolers, dining rooms, storage rooms, retail areas, classrooms, and offices.
• Fill toilet paper, paper towel, Sani-shield, and soap dispensers.
• Clean, sweep, mop, scrub, strip and wax floors, vacuum, shampoo, and extract carpets; removing stains and gum.
• Steam clean, shampoo and extract upholstery.
• Wash walls, woodwork, doors, partitions, windows, mirrors, dispensers, vents, pipe, stair railings and light fixtures.
• Dust, polish furniture and fixtures, clean cobwebs.
• Clean chalkboards, whiteboards, and erasers.
• Empty, clean and reline trash receptacles.
• Change light bulbs and exit lights.
• Hang drapes and do minor repair on drapery hardware.
• Strip beds lay out linen and make beds. Sort, wash, fold, and iron linens.
• Break down cardboard boxes.
• Operate all custodial equipment in performance of custodial duties including wet/dry vacuums, pack vacuums, buffers, auto-scrubbers, carpet extractors, hand blowers, electrostatic sprayers, high pressure washers and state vehicles.
• Move furniture, custodial equipment, and supplies in buildings (up and down stairs) and around campus.
• Ensure all assigned buildings and areas are always clean and safe.
• Ensure all buildings, rooms, windows, facilities, and equipment are locked and secured. Lock and unlock buildings per schedules.
• Maintain outside appearance and safe entry of assigned buildings and areas by picking up litter, washing deck/lawn furniture, emptying trash receptacles, knocking down cobwebs, sweeping walkways, patios, catwalks, stairs, receiving docks and removing snow and ice.
• Assign, instruct and check the work of 1-3 student/temporary custodial assistants.
• Setup/take down of furniture and equipment for conferences/meetings and other special events.
• Perform cleanup after sports and special events.
• Maintain inventory of custodial supplies and equipment; ensure all tools and equipment are kept clean and in good working order.
• Keep custodial supply closets clean and well organized.
• Report repairs and maintenance needed to buildings and assigned areas to work control and custodial lead.
• Keep complete and accurate written records of all maintenance calls and annual cleaning duties performed in assigned areas.
• Enter Time and Attendance daily with accurate work order numbers.
• Respond in emergency situations.
• Attend departmental meetings, safety meetings and training sessions.
• May need to drive a service vehicle in congested areas.
• Turn in all unclaimed property to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position and meet the physical demands of the working conditions.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Basic computer skills, to receive and respond to e-mail, report time, performance evaluations etc.
• Demonstrated ability and/or experience working collaboratively with students and/or colleagues to foster a supportive and effective learning and work environment.
• OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Residential, commercial, or other applicable custodial experience.
• Working knowledge of custodial supplies, cleaning chemicals, floor care products, and equipment.
• Valid Washington State drivers license.
• Ability to incorporate a variety of perspectives and relevant societal issues into everyday conversations.
• Life experiences that demonstrate an ability to contribute to CWUs vision, mission, and values.

Competencies

• Perform our Best: Interact daily with faculty, students, staff, and others in the campus community in a professional manner. Treat others and be treated with respect; perform with integrity, honesty and professionalism; participate constructively in open communication; help to resolve issues and difficult situations in ways that reduce conflict and maintain good working relationships; improve work performance and take an active part in generating a mutually supportive environment.
• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines, and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks an
• finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Belonging: Values the uniqueness of every individual and fosters an environment where everyone feels respected and empowered to thrive.

Dont meet every single requirement? At CWU, were committed to creating a welcoming and genuine workplace. If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. This could be the opportunity youre looking for!

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

Salary: This position is based on the range 34 of the Washington State Classification Listing, which has a minimum annual salary of $37,584 and maximum annual salary of $49,428. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidates current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Schedule/Appointment: Schedule may vary depending on departments needs / Bargaining Unit 1 - WFSE

Working Conditions: This position will work indoors and outdoors, including work in inclement weather during daylight and dark hours and at times in hot/cold/noisy/dirty/wet/confined areas such as mechanical rooms. This position often requires standing/crawling/bending/walking/climbing/carrying (up to 50 pounds) /pulling/pushing/lifting associated with moving of equipment, furniture and/or tools. Some stooping, kneeling, repetitive motion of arms and hands, and other physical movements as required by assigned tasks and essential functions of the position. Frequent use of personal protection equipment such as ear plugs, safety glasses and filtration masks will be required.

Scheduled hours will vary depending on the needs of the department. Occasional overtime and shift work are required. May be required to work weekends, days, evenings, and holidays. This position is considered an essential position and availability will be required to respond to university emergencies.

Benefits: CWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance, along with vacation and sick leave plans depending on employment classification. For additional information please visit Benefits, Perks, and Leave and Total Rewards Calculator.

An employee of CWU may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program if the employee has student loans. To learn more, visit: https://ofm.wa.gov/state-human-resources/public-service-loan-forgiveness-program.

How To Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:

• Resume including work history, education, training; and

• Contact information for three professional references.

Screening Begins: June 5, 2026

Priority will be given to applications received by the screening date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Contact Information

Name: Sunny Bloxham

Title: Director, Custodial, Grounds & Transportation Services

Email: Sunny.Bloxham@cwu.edu

Phone: (509) 963-1155

Website: www.cwu.edu/about/offices/facilities/

Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.

Conditions of Employment

Background Check/Reference Check Process:

Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.

This position is part of a Washington Federation of State Employees Bargaining Unit I.

Notice to Prospective Employees:

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement

Central Washington University is an EEO/AA/Title IX Institution. Central Washington Universitys policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran is prohibited. The university provides an internal procedure for reporting discrimination and affords protection against retaliation for participating in the complaint process. Central Washington University complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders including when soliciting bids and in the fulfillment of all contracts with governmental agencies. Direct related inquiries to Civil Rights Compliance, 202 Barge Hall, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501; Telephone 509-963-2050; or email crc@cwu.edu.

Reasonable Accommodations

Central Washington University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact Human Resources at HR@cwu.edu or call 509-963-1202. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the Central Washington University Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (i.e. Clery Report) which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, available online here or call CWU Police and Parking Services at 509-963-2959 for a paper copy.