Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Position responsible to assure housekeepers have the supplies they requested by delivering the supplies to the housekeeperâ™s area/building. Additionally this position is responsible for the carting of recycling and trash placed outside by the housekeepers to the proper recycling/trash containers/compactors. Also position requires the ability to move and arrange furniture and from the residential colleges to the large trash containers.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Picking up and carting residential college recycling/trash that was removed from the building by the housekeeper to the recycling/trash containers.
• Monitoring and emptying as needed 40 or so outdoor recycling/trash receptacles in residential area on the south side of campus.
• Delivering housekeeping supplies to the residential colleges that housekeepers have requested.
• Arranging outdoor tables/chairs at numerous locations throughout the residential area.
• Daily communication with housekeeping supervisor is crucial to correct any issues concerning an assignment, a building, or problem with supplies and equipment.  Position needs to be able to communicate clearly over walkie-talkies. 
• Report all maintenance issues to management related to golf carts used to transport supplies and recycling/trash items; report any suspicious person to Campus Police; follow the rules and regulations of Washington University in St. Louis; maintain a valid driverâ™s license at all times in the event you will need to drive the Residential Life Center owned truck.
• During summer months this position will be required to deliver clean linen to residential colleges and pick up dirty linen from residential colleges for summer conferences. Additionally as required due to low attendance this position can be assigned to continue floor maintenance started by the evening utility housekeeper(s) within buildings managed by the Residential Life Center or assigned to work with other utility housekeepers repairing and replacing furniture.
• Shifts are for Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm shifts with some weekends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• An understanding of how to lift properly, bend properly, and support your back muscles when performing this position is paramount. 
• This position requires frequent standing and walking. 
• Candidate must be physically fit and capable of lifting up to 75 pounds to waist level when needed, and up to 50 pounds to shoulder level or at least to a five foot height frequently throughout a typical day. 
• All candidates must be able to work their scheduled shift time.
• Candidate must have sufficient communication skills, written and verbal. 
• Self-motivated person that can take direction however works independently and strives to achieve very high personal and departmental standards. 
• Position needs to be able to maintain water-filled batteries for the vehicle (golf cart type) that is used to perform the tasks of this position. 
• Position needs to safely drive the required vehicle in accordance of the University rules and regulations.

Required Qualifications

Less than high school diploma or equivalent high school certification.

Grade

G04-H

Salary Range

$15.60 - $20.83 / 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.

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.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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