Custodian - Brightwater

King County Water and Land Resources Division -WA; Seattle (WA); Sur place; USD 57 000 - 73 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Brightwater Plant Custodian position at King County involves keeping interior and exterior areas clean at the Brightwater Treatment Plant and Environmental Education Center. The role supports Operations and Maintenance of the facility and its conveyance systems, helping maintain a healthy environment for wastewater treatment personnel.

It offers full-time hours (40 hours/week) at the Brightwater site with a focus on safety, teamwork, and equity.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic janitorial cleaning techniques.
• Knowledge in the use and care of cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of basic safety rules and procedures to ensure safety of yourself and co-workers.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning chemicals.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate fairness, respect, and inclusiveness.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a diverse environment.
• Action oriented: handle opportunities and challenges with urgency.
• Instills trust through honesty and integrity.
• Communicates effectively across audiences.
• Interpersonal savvy when interacting with diverse groups.
• Collaborates with others to meet objectives.

Responsabilités

• Strip, wax and scrub floors; vacuum carpets and buff floors.
• Clean, stock and sanitize restrooms, kitchens, and public spaces.
• Mix and use cleaning solutions and chemicals as directed.
• Dust, wash and vacuum surfaces and windows.
• Request and stock various cleaning supplies.
• Empty trash and maintain waste streams.
• Monitor and report building, equipment, or safety issues to staff.
• Support grounds maintenance including litter pickup and outdoor tasks.
• Follow safety protocols and contribute to health and safety culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Janitorial cleaning techniques

Safety rules and procedures

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

Effective communication

Fairness and inclusiveness

Diversity in workforce

Team collaboration

Action oriented

Instills trust

Communicates effectively

Interpersonal savvy

Collaborates

Outils

Cleaning equipment

Safety protocols

Description du poste

Custodian - Brightwater

Salary
$57,271.76 - $72,595.12 Annually

Location
Brightwater Treatment Plant - 22505 State Route 9 SE, Woodinville, WA

Job Type
Career Service (Exec)

Job Number
2026-27208

Department
DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks

Division
Wastewater Treatment

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit
A2 : SEIU L925-Wastewater

Full- or Part-Time
Full Time

Hours/Week
40 hours/week

Summary

This position is open to all qualified candidates

The Wastewater Treatment Division transforms wastewater to become a valuable resource for all King County communities. For those who live, work, and play in King County to have a healthy and sustainable future, the work the Wastewater Treatment Division accomplishes is valuable and important. The impact the Wastewater Treatment Division has on King County shows how great it is to work for WTD.

About the Role

The primary function of the Custodian is to maintain the cleanliness of interiors and exteriors of various office and industrial facilities at the Brightwater Treatment Plant as well as backfill for the custodian at the Environmental Education Center. This is a great opportunity for an individual who likes a variety of work, working with a diverse team that supports the Operations and Maintenance of Brightwater Treatment Plant and its conveyance systems. The successful applicant will work to help the Wastewater Treatment Division maintain a healthy environment for wastewater treatment personnel of King County.

About the Team

Brightwater is part of King County’s regional wastewater system and serves parts of north King County and south Snohomish County. The plant is located just north of Woodinville and is King County’s newest regional wastewater treatment facility. It features an educational and event center, natural areas and hiking trails, and public art. The facility is nationally recognized for its award-winning design and its consistent compliance with state and federal discharge limits.

The Brightwater Plant has approximately 70 employees who operate and maintain the plant. The plant also serves as a worksite for contraction management personnel and administrative staff. It has a diverse workforce dedicated to supporting the mission of the Wastewater Treatment Division by safely operating and maintaining the facility to comply with environmental regulations.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Custodian you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity

Job Duties

• Strip, wax and scrub various types of floors; vacuum and extract dirt from carpets and machine-buff floors.
• Clean, stock and sanitize restrooms, kitchens, and public spaces including tables, chairs, toilets, showers, sinks and walls.
• As directed, mix and use cleaning solutions and chemicals.
• Dust, wash and vacuum surfaces.
• Request and stock various types of supplies.
• Empty trash.
• Monitor and report any building, equipment, or safety issues to staff.
• Support grounds maintenance including litter pickup and occasional outdoor tasks.
• Follow established safety protocols and contribute to a culture of health and safety.
• Clean glass windows and surfaces
• May research and prepare bid specifications for cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• Knowledge of basic janitorial cleaning techniques.
• Knowledge in the use and care of cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of basic safety rules and procedures to ensure the safety of yourself and co-workers.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning chemicals.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate behaviors that include fairness, respect, and inclusiveness.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a work environment that embraces and encourages diversity in its workforce and where differences are valued.
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Interpersonal Savvy: Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Required Licenses

Washington State Driver’s License.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring

One (1) or more years of recent professional industrial cleaning/janitorial work experience

Physical Requirements

Lifting up to 50 pounds, twisting, climbing, and bending on a daily basis.

Workplace Exposure

Working in a wastewater treatment environment with exposure to some wastewater pathogens, and contaminates.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions

Work Location: Onsite at Brightwater Treatment Plant 22505 WA-9, Woodinville, WA 98072
Work Schedule: This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is represented by SEIU Local 925 - Wastewater Treatment Division
Physical Requirement: Incumbents performing field work must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Workplace Exposures: Working in a wastewater treatment environment with exposure to some wastewater pathogens, and contaminates.

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