Custodian - Application deadline 11/12/26

LaneHelp; Junction City (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon State Hospital, part of the Oregon Health Authority, is hiring Custodians to maintain a clean, healthy and therapeutic environment for patients and staff by meeting agency cleanliness standards. Responsibilities include cleaning, disinfection, waste handling, floor care and carpet maintenance, with a 10% pay differential above base pay.

Minimum qualifications include being at least 18 years of age, 6 months custodial experience, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and passing a criminal

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of custodial experience.
• Ability to push/pull heavy custodial equipment and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Criminal records check per OHA criteria.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect all substances, spills and/or accidents.
• Pick-up and deliver bio-hazard waste and sharps to designated secure storage area.
• Disinfect patient wards when infectious disease outbreaks occur.
• Sweep, dust, mop, and/or buff hard surfaces.
• Vacuum and spot clean carpets and remove trash.
• Scrub, rinse and refinish floors; clean, shampoo and extract carpets and upholstered furniture.
• Clean and maintain custodial equipment.
• Prep floors and walls for remodel and/or renovation projects.

Skills

Custodial experience

Lift up to 50 pounds

Physical stamina

18+ years old

Job description

Application Deadline: 11/12/2026 Salary Range: $3,515.00-$3,798.00 a month Position Type: The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Oregon State Hospital (OSH) Environmental Services Department is recruiting for Custodians. As part of the team, these positions provide a clean, healthy and therapeutic environment for the patients and staff by meeting agency cleanliness standards.

• Clean and disinfect all substances, spills and/or accidents.
• Pick-up and deliver bio-hazard waste and sharps to designated secure storage area.
• Disinfect patient wards when infectious disease outbreaks occur.
• Sweep, dust, mop, and/or buff hard surfaces.
• Vacuum and spot clean carpets and remove trash.

• Scrub, rinse and refinish floors; clean, shampoo and extract carpets and upholstered furniture.
• Clean and maintain custodial equipment.
• Prep floors and walls for remodel and/or renovation projects.

Oregon State Hospital (OSH) Custodian positions receive a 10% pay differential above their base rate of pay.

At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For Minimum Qualifications:

These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Minimum 6 months of custodial experience that included operating equipment needed to perform custodial duties. Ability to push/pull heavy custodial equipment (and lift up to 50 pounds), crouch, stoop, bend, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time (90% of work shift).

Desired Attributes:

• Experience utilizing effective custodial organization skills.
• Experience effectively use technology and training to enhance performance and productivity.
• Experience recognizing the values of individual and cultural differences and creating a work environment where individual differences are valued.

• Experience in operating commercial custodial equipment such as; carpet extractor, scrubbers, buffers, no touch cleaning systems, and various types of commercial vacuums.
• Experience in proper use and dilution ratios of cleaning chemical solutions.
• Experience in time management skills with the demonstrated ability to prioritize work, manage daily duties, and complete assigned tasks by order of importance.

Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.