Custodian

Oregon State Government Jobs; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety across its facilities. This permanent, full-time position is located in Salem, Oregon, and offers a competitive salary. The ideal candidate will have custodial experience and the ability to work with various cleaning equipment while adhering to safety standards. Join a team that values diversity and collaboration, ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for all employees and visitors.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation Leave

Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• One year of custodial experience required.
• Must have knowledge of cleaning equipment and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Sanitize and clean buildings and facilities.
• Pick up trash, sweep, mop, and vacuum floors.

Skills

Custodial Experience

Use of Cleaning Equipment

Knowledge of PPE

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Industrial Cleaning Equipment

Job description

Initial Posting Date:

04/25/2025

Application Deadline:

05/04/2025

Agency:

State of Oregon Military Department

Salary Range:

$3,427 - $3,703

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Custodian

Job Description:

The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports the Oregon National Guard. You are NOT required to be a member of the Oregon National Guard to apply for this position.

The Oregon Military Department is recruiting for a Custodian. This is a permanent full-time state position located in Salem, Oregon.

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees’ (AFSCME) union.

NOTE: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

OMD is dedicated to diversity efforts that reinforce respectful treatment of others in the workplace. These efforts focus on identifying ways to work better together, reducing conflict by increasing understanding, improving collaboration, fostering teamwork, and increasing productivity and quality of services delivered by OMD.

What You Will be Doing
The primary purpose of this position is to sanitize and clean all buildings and facilities, picking up trash, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, or using industrial cleaning equipment to clean floors, cleaning and stocking bathrooms, making sure buildings are secure, cleaning windows, and minor building maintenance and repairs in support of OMD Facilities.

Working Conditions
Regularly exposed to hazardous materials i.e. chemicals for cleaning which include detergents, disinfectants and possible unsanitary working conditions. Use pesticides for rodents. Required to work from stepladders, portable and mobile man lifts. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds repetitively. Must be able to work on ladders, stand, bend to make beds and clean rooms for up to 6 hours a day. Follows all safety standards, policies and procedures. Must have knowledge to know when, where and how to properly wear and maintain personal protective equipment and comply with all safety practices and requirements at all times. Regular attendance is an essential function required to meet the demands of this job and to provide necessary services. Structure work and other activities in the unit to promote a diverse workforce and ensure discrimination, harassment and hostility free workplace.

What You Need to Qualify
One (1) year of custodial experience that includes using equipment used in custodial services.

Must be 18 years of age.

Please Note: Please be sure that the work experience section of your application clearly describes your experience, skills and or education that are relevant to the above listed “What You Need to Qualify” section of the announcement.

Additional Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Desired Special Qualifications
Knowledge of use and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Conditions of Employment

Must have and maintain a favorable Criminal background History check and be able to obtain and maintain a favorable Department of Defense National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) Suitability Determination (T1). (Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment, the circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered).

Employee is required to maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace in accordance with OMD Drug/Alcohol CPM’s, Policies, and the Statewide Drug Free Workplace Policy 50-000-01.

Work Experience
The work experience section of your application must include a clear description of your experience to determine if you meet the required skills (minimum qualifications) and at what level you meet the requested skills. Your answers to supplemental questions about your specific experience must also be supported in the work experience statements in your application form and, if requested, your resume.

The Oregon Military Department is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer, committed to a diverse workforce with equal opportunity programs.

Additional Information

• Only complete applications will be considered. Be sure to answer all supplemental questions completely and to show your experience in the Work Experience section of your application. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of experience and training.

• All final candidates using education to meet minimum qualifications will be required to provide a copy of their transcripts (official or unofficial) during the selection.

• This announcement closes at 11:59PM on the close date listed.

• The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a LEDS check.

• The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a fingerprint-based background check.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S without a visa sponsorship. (Applicants who require a visa sponsorship will not be considered at this time).

• If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.

• After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.

• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the relevant experience and or educations in the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages.

The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

What We Have to Offer You
Great Benefits- The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage. competitive benefits package. Benefits Click Here
Work Life Balance- 12 Paid holidays, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave.
Additional Benefits- In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Career Development - Learn new skills, Career Growth Opportunities, Great Team Environment, and a sense of belonging. With Oregon Military Department, you will feel excited about the work you do and feel valued for your contribution and collaboration.
Our Team- The Oregon Military Department is a team of diverse, dedicated, and collaborative individuals that work together to support our states Army and Air National Guard. Visit our agency website: OMD Click Here

Need Assistance?
If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, you may call Recruitment Services at 971-355-3984. Please be prepared to leave a message describing the alternate format needed.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, preemployment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the recruiter or HR team for this job opening

Veteran Percentage Points
Since the time of the Civil War, Veterans of the Armed Forces have been given some degree of preference in appointments to government jobs. In recognizing the sacrifices made by those serving in the Armed Forces, Congress enacted laws to prevent veterans seeking employment from being penalized because of the time spent in military service. To receive veterans’ preference points, when you answer “yes” you are a veteran, you will receive a task from your Workday account requesting you to upload your military documents. Please do NOT attach your military documents to your initial application.

To qualify for 5 points

A copy of your DD214/DD215 showing honorable discharge from active duty.

To qualify for 10 points
A copy of your veterans’ disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs showing honorable discharge from active duty and that you have a service-connected disability.

For Transitioning Service-Members

A “working” Copy of your DD215-DD215 (typically Member-4) showing under honorable conditions discharge from active duty within 120 days or Less from Ending Term of Service (ETS) date.

For additional detailed information regarding Veteran Preference Point Laws visit: Veterans Click Here.

Contact Information
Shawn Potapoff

971-209-5712

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