CWU Window Washer

400 E University Way, Ellensburg WA

Description

This position is responsible for cleaning all levels of exterior and interior windows to provide a safe and attractive physical campus environment for the University community that is conducive to learning, living and working.  Performs various activities such as delivery of supplies, paper products, merchandise, and equipment; assists with office furniture moves; event set up; snow and ice removal. This position provides continuous backup and support for Custodial Services, Grounds, and all Facilities Management Department trades shops. Work is performed professionally and efficiently, incorporating both personal integrity and mutual respect.  All employees are expected to support CWU’s commitment to diversity and to bring and support inclusion into the university environment. Perform all aspects of a Window Washer, 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. - Maintain throughout employment a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement. - Clean interior and exterior window glass on the University campus buildings at all levels. Wash exterior windows using window system extension pole and hand squeegee. - Communicate with occupants to minimize disruption and ensure efficiency. Move and replace furniture and equipment to gain better access to windows. - Use scaffolding, ladders, and aerial lift devices to reach and clean interior and exterior windows. Erect and inspect scaffolding per state law regulations. - Service and maintain equipment used window washing. - Building entryway and grounds maintenance: sweep/blow building entryways, remove debris, litter, cobwebs, clean cigarette urns, shovel snow and apply sand/ice melt where necessary to ensure safety; including entryways, curb cuts, walkways and stairs. May operate trucks and tractors to plow and remove snow and ice from campus sidewalks, malls, and parking lots. - Load and unload trucks and move furniture, equipment, surplus, supplies and materials as needed. - Operate equipment including but not limited to hand trucks, pallet jacks, delivery vans and trucks to move and deliver items such as custodial supplies, equipment, materials, furniture, and surplus property. - Assist in office furniture moves, communicating with occupants to minimize disruption. Apply specialized knowledge of Steelcase component furniture from a variety of models, styles, as well as other manufacturers of furniture to assemble, dis-assemble, re-assemble, adjust, and furniture workstations. - Event Set Up—Deliver, set up and tear down for special events to include stage decking, ramps, bleachers, chairs tables and floor covering. - Perform a variety of maintenance duties such lighting maintenance, fire extinguisher maintenance, furniture repair, drape and blind repair, raise and lower flags. - Perform a variety of custodial activities including, restroom cleaning, garbage & recycle, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping & damp mopping floors, wet-vac extraction, and electrostatic spraying.  Lock and unlock buildings per schedule. - Safely operate vehicles and equipment in restricted or congested areas. - Read, interpret, assign, and process work orders as required. Maintain complete and accurate records such as inventories of furnishings, equipment and supplies as required. - Enter Time and Attendance daily with accurate work order numbers. - Respond in emergency situations. - Ensure all tools, equipment and vehicle are maintained in good working order.  Keep all work areas clean, well-organized, and safe at all times. - Attend departmental meetings, safety/meetings and actively participate in training sessions. - Perform other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Class B CDL with air brake endorsement, maintained throughout employment. - Valid Washington State Driver’s License. Experience: - Washing windows in an industrial, business or similar environment. - Using ladders, scaffolding, extension poles and aerial lifts devices. - Producing work that meets both quantity and quality expectations while still meeting demanding deadlines. - Ability to perform the job duties of the position and meet the physical demands of the working conditions. - Basic computer skills, to receive and respond to e-mail, report time, performance evaluations, etc. - Excellent communications skills.  Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions. - Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds, and experiences. OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Preferred Qualifications Experience in: - Performing custodial or general maintenance - Moving and setting up office furniture, partitions, and cubicles. - Event set-up such as staging, chairs, and barriers. Training in: - Aerial lift safety, - Accident and general safety - Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into everyday conversations. - Life experiences that demonstrate an ability to contribute to CWU ‘s commitment to inclusion and diversity. Apply online at (Search Job ID 4225). CWU is an AA/EEO/Title IX/Veteran/Disability Employer.