Custodian

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

Benefits offered by this job

County benefits

Job summary

Whatcom County Facilities is seeking a custodian to maintain multiple County facilities during swing shift hours. Join a dedicated team and perform cleaning tasks with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (or janitorial training) and a valid driver's license, with a background check and pre-employment testing. The position offers County benefits and a pathway within the Facilities Division of the Administrative Services Department.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED AND 2 years of recent custodian experience 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of janitorial tasks related to 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified janitorial training

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!