Custodian III

Flathead-Valley-Community-College; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits (health/vision/dental)

Vacation and sick days

Retirement plan (TRS/403b)

Job summary

FVCC in Kalispell, MT is seeking a Custodian III to clean and maintain college facilities. The role includes cleaning offices and classrooms, restrooms, stocking supplies, and performing light maintenance.

The position requires operating cleaning equipment, handling ladders, and following safety procedures. Responsibilities include room setup for events, floor and carpet care, lighting maintenance, and providing campus safety services.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial cleaning
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and safety practices
• Ability to read and follow directions
• Strong commitment to cleanliness and safety standards
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Cleans offices, classrooms, restrooms, and other areas; restocks dispensers
• Monitors and maintains college equipment, furniture, and buildings
• Arranges rooms for events and environments
• Performs hard floor maintenance and carpet care
• Replaces light bulbs and moves furniture; delivers supplies
• Locks/unlocks buildings and reports malfunctions or safety concerns
• Provides campus safety services and snow/ice removal
• Attends trainings and cross-trains for other duties
• Contributes to a collaborative and professional work environment
• Supports FVCC mission and participates in committees as needed

Skills

Experience in commercial cleaning

Safety awareness

Ability to read and follow directions

Customer service orientation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

DEPARTMENT:FacilitiesPAY RANGE:$16.15 to $20.00 per hour depending on experience, plus a $.30 per hour shift differential depending on shift. Full-time, benefit-eligible.Eligible for a $1.00 per hour increase after successful completion of six-month probationary period.Unlock Exceptional Benefits at FVCC (Worth ~$25K)! You'll receive generous employer contributions towards your Health/Vision & Dental, up to 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 12 holidays. Plus, build your future with the Montana Public Employee's Retirement System and a 403(b) match up to 7%. And that's not all - Public Loan Forgiveness plus invest in your continued education when you explore Tuition Waiver benefits for you and your dependents!SCHEDULE/SHIFT:Wednesday through Saturday 03:00 PM - 01:00 AMFLSA:Non-ExemptCLOSING DATE:Open until filledSUMMARYThe Custodian III is responsible for cleaning and light maintenance of college facilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCleans offices, classrooms, restrooms, and other areas; stocks and refills dispensers; empties trashMonitors and maintains college equipment, furniture, and buildingsArranges proper room compilation for the various environments and events as directedPerforms hard floor maintenance including cleaning, stripping, waxingPerforms carpet care including shampooing and vacuumingReplaces light bulbs or other fixture itemsMoves furniture, equipment or fixturesDelivers supplies and stocks area with appropriate suppliesLocks and unlocks buildingsReports malfunctions of fixtures, damages, safety and/or security concerns, accidents, injuries or illness to supervisorProvides college campus security and campus safety servicesPerforms snow and ice removal from designated areasAttends related trainings, workshops, and professional developmentCross trains to perform other departmental and team functions; backfills for staff as neededActively participates in the development of a climate that promotes and supports innovation and efforts to continuously improve services to students, faculty, and the CollegeCreates and maintains a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintains effective working relationshipsMaintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policiesAdvances the mission of FVCC by serving on or convening committees and contributing in the community in college-related activitiesPerforms special projects and other duties as assignedReports to the Custodial ManagerMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh School diploma or equivalentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in commercial cleaningKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledge and skill in using cleaning equipment, products, techniques and standardsAbility to read and follow directionsAbility to meet a high standard of safety and health code regulationsAbility to safely and efficiently perform all required duties of the position including, but not limited to, operating large machines such as strippers, shampooers, waxers; working on various length ladders; and working with strong chemicalsWorking knowledge of custodial procedures and equipment and ability to identify safety problemsAbility and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the public, students, potential students and College communityAbility and willingness to provide quality customer serviceAbility to work within policies and procedures of FVCCAbility to maintain effective and positive professional relationships with staff, students, and publicDemonstrated communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgroundsAbility to maintain a high degree of confidentialityAbility to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levelsAbility to pass a pre-employment physical screenAbility to successfully pass a criminal background checkAbility to respond in the event of an emergencyThis is a Heavy Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Heavy Duty involves exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25-50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds continuously to move objectsAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:In order to be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/careers-at-fvcc; paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted for open positions. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration.EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS, REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Prior to any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume. Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.FVCC BOARD POLICY: The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/board-administration/board-of-trustees/board-policiesREASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.VETERANS' PREFERENCE ACT: Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans’ Preference laws do not, however, guarantee Veterans a job, nor do they give Veterans’ preference in internal actions such as promotion, transfer, reassignment, and reinstatement. Applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file. To claim Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veterans' Preference Form (form is available at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to [e-mail]. Claims for Veterans' preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION: Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision, FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security. To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.