State of Washington Abolished Job Specification

• WINDOW WASHER
• Class Code: 678E
• Category: INST. FOOD & PERSONAL SERVICES
• Salary Range: 34

Class Series Concept

Definition

Perform window washing duties.

Distinguishing Characteristics

First-level class of series.

Typical Work

Wash and clean windows and door glass (inside and outside), use ladders, window jacks, spider scaling equipment, safety belts, tucker and extension poles, hydraulic lift, etc.;

Remove paint, stain and dirt form glass surfaces;

Move and replace furniture, fixtures and equipment to gain access to windows;

Service and maintain work equipment;

Perform related duties as required.

Legal Requirement(s)

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

Desirable Qualifications

Physical ability to work on building exteriors above ground level.

Class Specification History

New Class: 2-07-73
Revise Class: 11-01-81
New class code, formerly 5030, effective July 1, 2007

Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.

Removed class series concept and base range increase from 31 to 34, adopted June 23, 2025, effective July 1, 2025.