General Labor I - Craig Main Complex/ Hayden Rest Area (Part Time)

Colorado Department of Transportation; Craig (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) in Craig, Colorado is seeking a General Labor I to support custodial and grounds keeping at the Craig Main Complex and Hayden Rest Area. This entry-level position emphasizes safety, reliability and attention to detail in daily facility maintenance.

Duties include cleaning, floor care, restroom sanitation, grounds upkeep, snow removal in winter, and readiness to assist with events or emergencies.

Job description

Department Information

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

About CDOT

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

CDOT for All

CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio‑economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

Description Of Job

The General Labor I position works in Craig, CO at the CDOT Craig Main Complex and Hayden Rest Area.

Major Duties

• Dust, sweep, mop, vacuum throughout the CDOT facility
• Use of carpet shampooers, power floor strippers and buffers as necessary to maintain the floors
• Clean breakrooms, conference rooms, and storage rooms as needed
• Trash removal
• Clean bathrooms. Fill dispensers, wash walls, disinfect urinal, toilets, clean sinks, mirrors, fans and vents.
• Deep clean bathrooms monthly
• Clean and sanitize water fountains and countertops
• Wash windows (inside monthly and outside monthly when weather permits)
• Perform cleanup of the meeting rooms, including but not limited to emptying or recycling trash, cleaning whiteboards and wiping/sanitizing furniture and counters
• Clean light panels as needed
• Occasional painting may be required
• Maintain grounds. May need to use shovel, rake, chain saw, water hoses, handsaws, tree trimmer, weed whip, hand mower or riding mower, brush chipper and weed sprayers.
• Cut weeds
• Repair and paint picnic tables
• Sweep around buildings
• Sweep sidewalks
• Empty trash cans
• Clean and stock restrooms
• Water trees and flowers
• Pick up trash
• Snow removal from walkways and entryways during winter months
• Monitor parking areas, grounds, meeting/conference rooms to ensure safety, order and cleanliness. Removing any hazards, cleaning up any spills, removing items from walkways and surfaces and emptying trash as needed
• Keep storage shed in neat and safe condition
• Work with the priority of safety over production for self, co‑workers, and the traveling public at all times
• Maintain current knowledge of and abide by all safety laws, regulations, policies, and procedures and wear all required personal protective equipment
• Utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves and masks as well as any chemicals for each situation Wear appropriate PPE, such as shields, helmets, gloves, earplugs, eye protection, leathers, etc.
• Keep work area clean
• Ensure proper storage of materials and supplies
• Maintain safety consciousness and situational awareness
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Primarily Monday‑Friday work hours
• May be required to work outside of normal scheduled hours to assist with snow removal and special events as needed and to assist with building emergencies.
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles
• Required to exert 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force regularly to move objects.
• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only

• No experience required

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre‑employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
• A current valid driver's license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Major Responsibilities section;
• Highest work/ personal ethics/integrity;
• Mechanical aptitude demonstrated by experience performing minor building and equipment repairs;
• Comprehensive custodial and grounds keeping knowledge and experience;
• Building maintenance knowledge and experience;
• Ability to work under deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments;
• Excellent driving record;
• Excellent customer service;
• General knowledge of building trades;
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner;
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills;
• Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and multi‑tasking ability;
• Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem solving ability;
• Flexibility; ability to quickly adapt to changing needs/assignments;
• Working effectively in both independent and team situations.
• A passion for safety.

Applicant Checklist

• A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy
• A complete Supplemental Questionnaire
• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214.

Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration.

Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non‑discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.