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Whatcom County, WA

Custodian - Facilities

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A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.

$39,914 / year median in Washington

+9% projected growth

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Summary Whatcom County Facilities is currently recruiting for a Custodian. Swing shift hours of work are 5:00 p.m.•1:00 a.m. This position starts at range 106.1, Excellent full-family County benefits at no cost to employee (see next tab for more details). Would you enjoy the challenge of: A variety of janitorial tasks to maintain multiple County facilities during swing shift hours? Working successfully in a fast-paced environment as part of a team? Applying your first-rate attention to detail to consistently meet cleanliness standards? If you answered yes, Whatcom County is interested in learning more about your qualifications and experience, and about how you can best serve and improve county government by filling this key role in the Facilities Division of the Administrative Services Department. This position performs a variety of janitorial tasks related to the day-to-day cleaning and basic maintenance of County facilities under limited supervision. Works with various tools, equipment, and machinery and participates as a member of a team.
Supervisor :
Custodial Coordinator Hours of Work :
Monday•Friday 5:00 p.m.•1:00 a.m.
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Pay Range :
$20.79•$31.10 MCBA•Range 106.1 Hiring rate depends on qualifications. This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA). We are required by State Law to list the full salary range. As a public entity and in a union-covered position, we are required to make pay decisions based on experience, qualifications, and equity with other employees. Hiring rate typically is limited to entry to mid of the posted salary range, subject to required approvals. Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or
GED AND 2
years of recent experience as a custodian working for a commercial firm or public institution OR completion of a certified janitorial training course. Must have a driving record that meets County standards and possess a valid driver's license at time of hire and throughout employment. Background check must meet County criteria for security sensitive positions. Must pass pre-employment physical capacities test At its sole discretion, Whatcom County may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein. Distinguish yourself in public service and make a commitment to our future. Whatcom County, WA is truly special and a great place to call home! Supplemental Information Whatcom County offers excellent benefits at no cost to employees, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family Generous paid leave provisions, including vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays per year Eligibility for a lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County $50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees Option to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for annual health care and/or dependent care expenses Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Additional benefit information