Custodian
- Summary
The King County Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking reliable and dynamic individuals to join their Custodial team that is responsible for maintaining the internal and external cleanliness and appearance of King County facilities.
The Custodians are part of the Building Operations Section, which is committed to providing high quality customer service to effectively and efficiently support and maintain King County facilities and buildings.
This unique and exciting opportunity is open to all qualified applicants looking for immediate employment. The current vacancies are for term-limited temporary appointments with Benefits, leave accruals and are ORCA card eligible.
Why work for King County?- King County was named "Best-in-State Employer" in the Forbes magazine 2019, ranking 16 on the list of best employers in Washington state, visit Awards given to King County to see more!
- King County's Investing in YOU initiative to build a workplace where ALL employees can thrive, and become the nation's Best Run Government.
- Enjoy a balanced life with benefits that support you!
- Job Duties
- Sweep, dust mop, wet-mop, and vacuum floor surfaces.
- Dust, spot clean furniture and blinds.
- Empty wastebaskets, compostable and recyclable containers.
- Dust light fixtures, clean doors, walls, and drinking fountains.
- Clean restrooms including toilets, entire sink areas, shower stalls, partitions, walls, vents, doors and floors; replenish towels, tissue and soap dispensers.
- Sweep and clean facility entrances and exits including sidewalks, trash cans and ash trays
- Spot clean interior glass windows, surface areas and remove minor graffiti.
- Clean lunch rooms to include floors, walls and sinks.
- Secure facility area for safe cleaning.
- Mix and use cleaning solutions and chemicals, as directed.
- Order, move and stock supplies on shelves and in closets.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Have two years of full-time paid custodial experience including basic janitorial cleaning techniques, and the use and care of cleaning equipment.
- Have knowledge of basic cleaning chemicals and safety rules.
- Follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to be customer-focused and maintain positive internal and external client relationships;
- Have an effective communication style and the ability to express ideas and concepts effectively in a variety of settings with a diverse audience;
- Have the ability to maintain predictable and reliable attendance.
- Supplemental Information
APPLICATION PROCESS:- A paper or electronic application is required.
- Applications will be screened throughout the posting for qualifications.
- You may be contacted immediately for an oral interview while the posting is open, between April 1, 2020 and April 17, 2020.
- These positions are represented by the Service Employees International Union, Local 925; works 40 hours per week and overtime eligible.
- These positions will be assigned to various locations throughout King County, and support a 24/7 operation, which includes shifts that cover nights, weekends and holidays.
- Department leadership has designated this position as mission critical, employees who provide for and maintain the essential functions of county services as described in the Continuity of Operations Plans.
- The selected applicants must also possess a valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner in a variety of County vehicles.
- Final appointment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination (must be able to lift, carry, move or handle up to 50 pounds on a regular basis).
If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact Lani Rosete, Human Resource Analyst, at 206-477-9389 or lani.rosete@kingcounty.gov.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.