Custodian I

State of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Colorado is seeking a Custodian I to support the Air National Guard at Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora. The role focuses on cleaning, minor maintenance, and ensuring facilities are healthy, safe, and sanitary.

The schedule runs Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with occasional pre-planned weekend shifts. Candidates must meet residency and security requirements and provide reliable custodial service across several buildings.

Qualifications

• Six months of relevant custodial experience.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation.
• Must be willing to submit to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance.
• Must have a valid State of Colorado Driver License.
• Ability to operate and maintain custodial equipment such as buffers, extractors, and floor strippers.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect lavatories, sinks, and drinking fountains.
• Sweep, mop, strip, wax, and seal floors.
• Vacuum, spot clean, and shampoo carpets.
• Collect and remove trash; replenish supplies as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of entrances, exits, and common areas.
• Assist with minor maintenance tasks and snow/weather responses.

Skills

Custodial experience

Tools

Buffers

Extractors

Floor strippers

Job description

DMVA is committed to supporting its employees both professionally and personally by offering a comprehensive benefits package and a workplace culture that values work-life balance.

Our classified workforce receives a robust benefits package that includes:

• 11 paid holidays
• Annual and sick leave
• Medical and dental benefits
• Organization-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement options through the Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA)
• Professional development and training opportunities

DMVA also recognizes the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Employees may benefit from on-site fitness facilities, electric vehicle charging stations, convenient parking, wellness programs, and opportunities to grow their skills and advance their careers. At DMVA, we strive to create a workplace where employees can build meaningful careers while having the flexibility and resources they need to thrive both at work and at home.

This position is part of the Air National Guard branch located at Buckley Space Force Base and will be responsible for the cleaning of several buildings on base. The working hours of this position are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will be required to work some pre-planned weekends for 4-hour shifts. The position is responsible for performing custodial duties, minor maintenance and other miscellaneous duties to ensure that buildings and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner.

• Cleaning and disinfecting lavatories, sinks, and drinking fountains.
• Sweeping/mopping, stripping, waxing, and sealing floors.
• Vacuuming, spot cleaning, and shampooing carpets.
• Collecting and removing trash.
• Spot cleaning walls and other surfaces.
• Cleaning windows, ledges, and blinds.
• Reorder and replace cleaning supplies.
• Replenish and restock paper products, soap, and other supplies as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of entrance and exit areas.
• Assist during snow/weather emergencies by ensuring floors are dry and securing mat placement, etc.
• Secure storage areas and ensure supplies and materials are stored in a safe and orderly manner.
• Report maintenance issues, equipment in need of repair, building or facility damage, and acts of vandalism.
• May be required to assist with minor facility maintenance such as painting, lawn care, and hedge trimming.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

D8B1TX Custodian I

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only: Six (6) months of relevant professional custodial experience.

Special Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a background investigation.
• Must be willing to submit to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance.
• Must have a valid State of Colorado Driver License.
• Must be able to operate and maintain custodial equipment such as buffers, extractors, and floor strippers.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected states in accordance with applicable law.

Appeal Rights:

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. Email address: [e-mail]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

Accommodations:

The Department of Personnel & Administration is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Tamy Calahan at [e-mail] or 720-250-1520.