Janitor - Washington State Ferries

Janitor

• Washington State Ferries Salary $44,662.32
• $52,930.80 Annually Location King County
• Seattle
• Other, WA Job Type Full Time
• Permanent Job Number 26DOT-WSF-J0804 Department Dept.

of Transportation Division Washington State Ferries Opening Date 04/27/2026 Closing Date 5/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS QUESTIONS Description About WSDOT The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation! Washington State Ferries (WSF) is an essential part of Washington's transportation network. Every year, we carry nearly 20 million passengers across Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands on more than 400 sailings a day. Our dedicated teams with over 2,100 people work together to serve our communities and shape the future of ferry travel. The Opportunity WSF, a division of WSDOT, is currently seeking a Janitor to support daily operations at Colman Dock in Seattle, the largest and busiest terminal in the Washington State Ferries system. This position plays a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for passengers, employees, and visitors while helping ensure uninterrupted terminal operations 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Working across a variety of shifts, the Janitor provides essential coverage for regular staff and assists with routine cleaning, special projects, and weather-related safety response. The work performed in this role directly contributes to reliable ferry service, positive customer experiences, and the overall success of WSF's public service mission. As we navigate a once-in-a-generation transformation to decarbonize our system — guided by our core values Serve, Respect, Trust, Grow Navigate— and bold strategic priorities Service Excellence, Improved Communication and Empowered People — there's never been a more meaningful time to come aboard at Washington State Ferries. What to Expect Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you/the Janitor will: Clean passenger and auto level buildings, supervisors' offices, and employee break rooms. Sweep, mop, scrub, wax, and polish floors, walls, woodwork, furniture, and metal fixtures. Wash windows; vacuum rugs, curtains, and furniture. Clean restrooms, bathrooms, and toilet facilities; restock paper towels, soap, tissue, and related supplies. Operate vacuum cleaners, electric buffers, and other professional custodial equipment. Inspect lights, switches, plumbing, rugs, draperies, and furnishings; report repair needs or abuse of WSF property. Maintain inventory, requisition supplies/equipment, and keep assigned areas stocked. Perform minor maintenance repairs, lock/unlock doors, maintain transfer spans and walkways, follow safety procedures, attend training, and use electronic devices/computers for communication and documentation. Uphold WSF's strategic priorities (Service Excellence, Improved Communication, and Empowered People) and values (Serve, Grow, Trust, Respect, and Navigate), ensuring they are embedded in WSF's culture through leadership actions. Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required: Licensing, Eligibility & Security Credentials Valid driver's license. Minimum age of 18 years at time of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within 60 days of hire. Respectful Workplace & Equal Opportunity Commitment Demonstrated experience contributing to a professional work environment that promotes respect, inclusion, teamwork, and equal opportunity. Ability to interact respectfully with coworkers, customers, and the public from diverse backgrounds. Growth Mindset & Continuous Learning Demonstrated willingness to learn new tasks, accept feedback, adapt to change, and develop new skills. Evidence of participating in training, cross-training, or skill development in prior roles. Service Orientation & Customer Focus Demonstrated willingness to take action to meet the needs of customers, coworkers, or the public. Experience providing responsive, courteous, and reliable service in a team or customer-facing environment. Communication & Basic Literacy Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions, safety procedures, schedules, and work assignments in English. Ability to communicate basic job-related information effectively in English. It is preferred that qualified candidates also have: Custodial Equipment Operation Experience safely operating cleaning tools and equipment such as vacuums, polishers, buffers, and other custodial appliances. Experience performing routine cleaning, floor care, or facility sanitation duties. Medium Machinery Operation Experience safely operating medium machinery such as scissor lifts, floor buffers, or similar equipment. Knowledge of basic safety procedures related to powered equipment use. Minor Maintenance & Facility Support Experience performing minor maintenance repairs, basic troubleshooting, or general facility upkeep. Experience identifying and reporting maintenance or safety concerns. Transportation / Public Facility Experience Experience working in terminals, transportation facilities, public buildings, or high-traffic environments requiring cleanliness, safety, and customer service. Important Notes This position is not eligible for remote work. In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code. WSDOT does not use the