Custodian I (2nd Shift) - Enterprise Physical Operations at Washington University in St Louis in Washington, DC
- Company: Washington University in St Louis
- Location: Washington University Medical Campus
- Salary: $15 – $21/hr
- Job type: full time
- Workplace: onsite
- Posted: 2026-10-14
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Job description
Location ST. LOUIS, MO 63110

 Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Enterprise Physical Operations, Infrastructure, Capital Programs & Real Estate (EPO) department at WashU provides integrated operational, infrastructure, planning, and facility services that support the university’s mission of excellence in education, research, patient care, and community engagement. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism & Planning, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity & Integration, Dedication & Delivery, Excellence & Enterprise Alignment, and Accountability & Stewardship, EPO fosters a culture centered on collaboration, strategic partnership, innovation, accountability, and service excellence across the university enterprise. EPO manages and supports 28 million gross square feet across 235+ buildings and associated infrastructure systems, encompassing academic, research, clinical, residential, administrative, and support facilities across the university’s campuses and operations. Our teams provide strategic leadership and operational expertise in facility management, infrastructure services, capital project delivery, real estate operations, planning, sustainability, engineering, maintenance, environmental services, public safety support, and enterprise operational services. EPO creates and maintains safe, innovative, efficient, mission-driven environments that support our students, faculty, staff, patients, researchers, and community partners. For additional information and to hear directly from members of our team, please visit: 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). 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. Skil
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