Custodian

UW Medical Center - Northwest Environmental Services is currently seeking multiple Custodian positions to join their dedicated team. Located in Seattle, UW Medical Center - Northwest is a key campus of the University of Washington's acclaimed healthcare system, providing exceptional emergency, inpatient, and outpatient care across various medical specialties. As a part of a prominent academic medical center recognized nationally for its high standards and compassionate care, employees at UW Medical Center - Northwest contribute to an environment where the well-being of patients and staff is prioritized through clean, safe, and sanitary facilities.

The Custodian role within Environmental Services at UW Medical Center - Northwest involves maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in both patient and non-patient areas to ensure an orderly and hygienic environment. This is a full-time opportunity with multiple shift options including day, evening, and night shifts, designed to accommodate round-the-clock hospital operations. Positions are available for 40 hours per week at 100% FTE and 32 hours per week at 60% FTE with rotating weekend and holiday commitments.

Custodians at UW Medical Center play an essential role in hospital operations by performing daily cleaning, maintenance, and waste handling duties. Responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting patient rooms, restrooms, public spaces, and all surfaces, ensuring the elimination of harmful pathogens that contribute to hospital-acquired infections. Custodians also safely use cleaning chemicals following hospital safety protocols and handle emergency spills under supervisor direction. This position demands physical stamina, attention to detail, and a commitment to following safety and health standards.

UW Medical Center - Northwest offers competitive compensation, with wages ranging from $21.56 to $31.37 per hour. Eligible employees qualify for a $2,000 sign-on bonus and shift differentials of $1.35 per hour for evening shifts and $2.00 per hour for night shifts. Working for UW Medical Center means becoming part of a respected healthcare team that serves the community with dedication and excellence. The Center is a hub of medical innovation and research, rolled into a mission focused on improving health locally and globally.

Beyond the workplace, the University of Washington emphatically supports diversity, inclusion, and professional growth. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, career development opportunities, and a chance to work within a vibrant, culturally rich environment known for intellectual excitement and natural beauty. The Custodian position offers not just a job but a meaningful way to contribute to a healthier, safer hospital community.

Joining UW Medical Center - Northwest as a Custodian means becoming part of a legacy that values teamwork, community, and opportunity. It is a chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of patients, families, and healthcare colleagues every day, supporting the delivery of top-tier healthcare in Seattle and beyond. This regular, union-affiliated position is an excellent pathway for individuals committed to environmental services and hospital operations seeking career stability and growth within a prestigious institution.