Olympic College is hiring: Custodian 2 in Bremerton

Salary : $35,280.00 - $46,596.00 Annually

Location : Bremerton Campus, WA

Job Type: Full-Time Classified

Job Number: 23-24-C37

Department: Custodial

Opening Date: 03/11/2024

Description

Custodian 2

Salary: $35,280 - $46,596

Classification: Custodian 2

Reports to: Custodian 4

The Custodian 2 position will perform various housekeeping, custodial, and maintenance-related tasks to ensure and maintain proper cleanliness of Olympic College facilities. Reporting to the Custodian 4, performs the primary Custodial Services activities of Olympic College. This position performs assigned duties to provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable learning, and work environment at Olympic College. Follows procedures and guidelines as directed by the Custodial Services Manager and the Crew Leader. Promptly completes training assigned. Performs cleaning tasks in both Zone and Team Cleaning assignments. Meets productivity goals. Implements daily compliance with all safety training and policy.

Essential Functions

• Perform job duties energetically but provide for safety first.
• According to the task frequencies set by the Custodial Services Manager; cleans whiteboards, dusts and wipes furniture, sweeps, mops and vacuums floors, washes interior and exterior glass, cleans doors and handrails, empty wastebaskets and recycling containers and adjust clock settings. Cleans all other surfaces and objects according to the frequencies
• Uses the Compuclean system to plan and perform projects, request supplies, perform inventory tasks, account for inventory, perform work requests, request equipment repairs, account for equipment and locations of equipment, access online SDS sheets for authorized chemicals, and may perform quality assurance assignments and other duties within this system under the direction of the Custodial Services Manager.
• Performs deep cleaning methods to strip floors and refinish floors; uses and maintains Hard floor maintenance equipment,
• Extracts carpets and furnishings according to the frequencies determined by the Custodial Services Manager, applies protectant to extracted carpets and upholstery.
• Removes, installs, cleans and maintains product dispensing equipment such as soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, and other dispensers as assigned. Changes batteries, tests for proper operation, adjusts dispensing quantities.
• Cleans and maintains plumbing fixtures; changes batteries in automated faucets, urinals and toilets, removes and cleans aerators/screens, installs automatic flush valves, tests fixtures and adjust for proper operation.
• Uses ladders and associated appropriate equipment to clean windows, overhead lighting and air diffusers, exposed pipe, ventilation and other elevated building attributes.
• Performs minor wall repairs to fix damage caused by the removal of dispensing equipment or by normal wear and tear. May prepare surfaces for minor touchup painting, renewal of caulking in bathrooms, showers, and kitchens.
• Responsible to regularly inspect and report non-custodial maintenance needs such as broken or stained ceiling tiles, lights, ADA repairs, and worn or broken building attributes that cannot be cleaned or sanitized properly.
• Inventories, moves and stocks materials and supplies, using the Compuclean System and appropriate equipment for material handling.
• Moves furniture and equipment, arranges tables and chairs for classrooms, conferences and events.
• Repairs and performs maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Transports trash to the compactor; operates trash compactor.
• Performs recycling in accordance with approved guidelines and according to the procedures and guidelines set by the Custodial Services Manager.
• Seasonally may be assigned to using hand-operated tools or small power equipment to remove snow or outside debris and to sweep sidewalks, stairs and pressure wash walkways and other surfaces as assigned. May occasionally perform yard and garden duties such as weeding and raking leaves and empty trash receptacles located outside within college grounds.
• Set up and Breakdown of events, including Tables, Chairs, and related items.
• Be on standby during event to handle spills and remove trash.
• Assist event personnel as appropriate to ensure success.
• Performs a limited scope of interior painting of small offices/spaces. May be assigned to a crew for cleaning and painting on larger projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Graduation or equivalent
• Six months to one (1) year full-time equivalent (FTE) experience in custodial.
• Basic computer skills for the purpose of entering time, entering work order information into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), taking training, sending and responding to work emails, and using the Compuclean system.
• Basic math skills required to calculate the correct quantity, mixture, and handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Valid, unrestricted Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Team Cleaning experience.
• General or building maintenance, grounds keeping, or semi-skilled carpentry, electrical and/or plumbing repair work; preferably in a public facility.
• Defensive Driving Certificate (National Safety Council)

Successful applicants will be able to

• Possess the physical ability to perform the required work.
• Possess the ability to lift and carry 50lbs.
• Possess the ability to work on ladders, stairwells, in enclosed elevators and mechanical spaces.
• Perform job duties in accordance with established procedures.
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Uphold Olympic College's values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate.
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Attends work regularly and on time.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

This is a full-time classified position scheduled to work 40 hours a week, with a salary range of $35,280 - $46,596. Most classified positions will start their salary at Step A when you have completed six months of probation, you will receive a 5 percent pay increase. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Washington Public Employees Associate (WPEA) Union. Classified positions qualify for the following benefits: Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Department of Retirement Systems Plan 2 or Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, Aflac, 11 paid holidays, leave - vacation/sick/personal holiday/personal leave, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
  
• Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
  
• Resume
  
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describing how your experience sets you apart for this position.

EEO Statement

Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: Carroll McWhorter, 360-475-7301. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

Benefits include vacation, sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver.

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Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess basic math skills required to calculate the correct quantity, mixture, and handling of cleaning chemicals?

• Yes
• No

04

Please submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and your prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.

Required Question