Evening Custodian – City Buildings & Facilities

US Lawns; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Pension/retirement benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

The City of Moses Lake is seeking a Custodian to perform custodial care and cleaning of City buildings, with a Monday–Friday evening shift and an alternate Friday–Tuesday or Thursday–Sunday schedule. The role includes floor care, restroom sanitation, and asset-management data entry.

The position requires instruction-following, time management and basic math at high school level, plus the ability to pass a background check. Work is performed across City facilities with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with high school or equivalent.
• Apprenticeship/internship or similar custodial experience (1–2 years) for practical understanding of essential functions.
• Possess a valid Washington State Driver’s license.
• Able to pass a background check including references and criminal history.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, sanitizes and restocks restrooms; sweeps and mops floors.
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles; replaces liners.
• Enter information into work order software to track inventory and tasks.
• Clean and maintain floors, including bamboo floors; vacuum and polish surfaces.
• Sanitize door handles, handrails, light switches, tables, countertops.
• Polish and sanitize water fountains and public entrances.
• Change light bulbs and maintain light fixtures.
• Washes and dries laundry.
• Check the security of doors and gates.
• Clean and pressure wash building exteriors.
• Dust and polish furniture, blinds and sills; wash windows and walls.

Skills

Safety policies and procedures

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

Cleaning equipment operation

Following instructions

Prioritizing work

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1-2 years custodial experience (apprenticeship/internship)

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Burnishers

Wet vac

Pressure washer

Laundry equipment

Job description

The City of Moses Lake is seeking a Custodian to perform custodial care and cleaning of City buildings, with a Monday–Friday evening shift and an alternate Friday–Tuesday or Thursday–Sunday schedule. The role includes floor care, restroom sanitation, and asset-management data entry.

The position requires instruction-following, time management and basic math at high school level, plus the ability to pass a background check. Work is performed across City facilities with safety as a priority.