Capitol Custodian

State of Oregon; United States; Sur place; USD 36 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Full medical, vision and dental

11 paid holidays per year

Résumé du poste

The Oregon State Capitol in Salem seeks a Capitol Custodian to perform cleaning and light maintenance for a full-time, limited-duration assignment from December 2026 through June 30, 2027. The role requires handling cleaning chemicals, operating equipment, and ensuring safety and cleanliness across the building.

Shifts run 4:00pm–1:30am, Monday through Friday, with on-site work at 900 Court Street NE. Compensation ranges from $3,233 to $4,848 per month, with benefits and veteran preferences

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalency. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsabilités

• Clean interior and exterior areas of the Capitol complex.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and public areas.
• Maintain and operate cleaning equipment.
• Monitor inventory and restock supplies.

Connaissances

Climb ladders

Lift 20 pounds

Read labels and instructions

Work safely with chemicals

Communicate with staff and public

Independent work

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Outils

Cleaning equipment

Chemical handling

Description du poste

Initial Posting Date: 10/13/2026
Application Deadline: 10/27/2026
Agency: Legislative Administration Committee
Salary Range: $3,233 - $4,848
Position Type: Employee
Position Title: Capitol Custodian

The Oregon State Capitol is a top sightseeing destination, attracting thousands of visitors each year who are interested in its political, historical, and architectural significance. Registered as a National Historic Landmark, the Capitol features polished travertine stone, brass staircase banisters, and floors crafted of Phenix Napoleon Grey Marble with Radio Black marble border. The Facility Services Team is recruiting for experienced custodians with knowledge of commercial building cleaning and historical site maintenance. Capitol Custodians will be responsible for the general cleaning inside and outside the building, as well as performing minor maintenance and repairs. The Capitol requires constant care, and staff with a keen eye to detail. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of many cleaning techniques and cleaning tools, as well as the proper handling and use of cleaning chemicals. This is a full-time, limited duration position beginning in December2026 with an expected end date of June30,2027. Legislative Custodians work on-site at the State Capitol located at 900 Court Street NE in Salem, Oregon. This is a swing shift position with a Monday through Friday daily schedule of 4:00pm–1:30am.

Other Duties Include:

• Picking up paper and refuse and sweeping/moping walkways.
• Washing, scrubbing, and disinfecting restrooms and related areas.
• Restocking restrooms with appropriate paper products.
• Vacuuming, shampooing, and extracting carpets and upholstery cleaning.
• Sweeping, scrubbing, moping, waxing and polishing concrete, tile, linoleum, marble, and wood floors.
• Cleaning and dusting walls, woodwork, wall partitions, and other equipment.
• Cleaning windows, door panels and handrails.
• Cleaning and polishing brass.
• Maintaining equipment used in the course of work and monitoring inventory.
• Picking up and sorting recycle material into the appropriate containers.

Skills and Abilities Needed to Perform Essential Functions:

• Must be able to climb ladders and work with heights, stand, stoop, kneel crawl, bend, grasp, squat.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds.
• Follow written and oral instructions sufficient to perform the functions of the position.
• Perform simple repairs, unclog drains and toilets.
• Read labels and instructions on proper use of chemicals and cleansers.
• Clean around clients, members, staff, and office workers.
• Oversee custodial work performed by others.
• Work safely with caustic cleaning chemicals and solutions.
• Make proper measurements and dilutions of chemicals and cleansers.
• Work in an environment which contains dust and odors.
• Sanitize and disinfect restrooms, floors, etc.
• Work harmoniously with other staff, clients, and the public.
• Work independently.
• Push and manipulate heavy floor equipment, such as scrubbers, buffers, waxers, shampooers, and vacuums.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED equivalency *An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position may be considered.

Benefits and Perks

• Work/life balance - paid leave and a competitive benefits package.
• Full medical, vision and dental insurance with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 11 paid holidays per year.

A collaborative work environment with a team of bright, hardworking and fun individuals. Opportunities for professional development to expand your breadth and depth of knowledge.

Oregon state government provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS408.225,408.230, and408.235. If you are requesting veterans' preference, you may receive an additional questionnaire in your Workday account. In order to ensure your privacy, we are asking that you complete the Veterans’ Questionnaire and attach your qualifying military documents at that time. This questionnaire will be sent to your Workday account after you submit your application. We ask that you complete the questionnaire promptly; extensions may be granted if necessary and reasonable. For questions about documentation, please visit Veterans Resources or call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

The salary in this job posting reflects the base salary without contributions to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees eligible for PERS will have their salary increased by 6.95%, and 6% will automatically be subject to a mandatory employee contribution to PERS.

Work Authorization

Work Authorization: The Oregon State Legislature does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. The Oregon State Legislature is an E‑Verify employer and will use E‑Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States. An offer including salary will not be extended until an equal pay analysis is completed pursuant to ORS652.220 and 659A.357. An equal pay analysis will be conducted utilizing the education and work experience section of the legislative application.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact Aimee Steketee, Human Resource Analyst, at [e-mail] or [phone].

The Oregon State Legislature is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”