Custodian

Whatcom County; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent full-family County benefits.

Job summary

Whatcom County Facilities is seeking a Custodian for the swing shift to perform a variety of janitorial tasks across multiple County facilities during hours 5:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. The role includes work with various cleaning tools and equipment as part of a team, under limited supervision.

The position offers excellent full-family County benefits. Hiring rate follows qualifications with annual increases and potential COLA, and requires a high school diploma or GED with 2 years of custodian

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and 2 years of custodian experience in a commercial or public setting, OR completion of a certified janitorial training course.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a driving record meeting County standards.
• Background check must meet County criteria for security sensitive positions.
• Pre-employment physical capacities test is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform janitorial tasks across multiple County facilities during swing shift.
• Operate cleaning tools, equipment, and machinery as needed.
• Work under limited supervision and as part of a team to maintain cleanliness standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Shift readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified janitorial training course

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Whatcom County Facilities is currently recruiting for a Custodian.

• Swing shift position starts at range 106.1, hours of work are 5:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
• Excellent full-family County benefits.

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.

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.

• 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!