Housekeeping Custodial Worker II

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma is seeking a Housekeeping Custodial Worker II to perform a range of cleaning and supervisory tasks across state facilities. The role includes cleaning floors and surfaces, sanitation of washrooms and bedrooms, waste disposal, inventory management, and assisting in staff training.

Ideal applicants will have at least six months of custodial experience, knowledge of cleaning methods, and proficient English.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work.
• Knowledge of waste disposal procedures, including medically contaminated sharps and dressings.
• Knowledge of chemical product safety.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Skill in operating custodial equipment.
• Proficiency in English to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, dusts, mops, scrubs, washes, vacuums, waxes, and polishes floors, walls, woodwork, windows, furniture, equipment and hardware.
• Cleans and sanitizes laboratories, washrooms, and bedrooms; maintains supplies.
• Collects and disposes of trash and garbage; moves equipment and furniture.
• Performs sanitary inspections for infection control.
• Replaces and removes contaminated dressings and supplies.
• Orders and distributes custodial supplies; maintains inventory.
• Observes safety issues; participates in emergencies.
• Assists in training lower level workers.
• Plans, assigns, and supervises housekeeping functions.
• Inspects quarters for cleanliness; maintains records.
• Maintains budget-related records and reports.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Custodial equipment

English proficiency

Education

Six months custodial experience

Job description

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Job Posting Title

Housekeeping Custodial Worker II

Agency

650 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Supervisory Organization

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Housekeeping/Custodial Worker II salary $26,650.00 ($12.81 hourly)
Shift differentials $0.87 hour for hours on evening and night shifts worked only, does not apply for leave used.

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving the care and cleaning of a state institution, public building, or state lodge or in the supervision or management of employees performing these duties.

Typical Functions

• Sweeps, dusts, mops, scrubs, washes, vacuums, waxes, and polishes building floors, walls, woodwork, windows, furniture, equipment, and hardware.
• Cleans and sanitizes laboratories, washrooms, and bedrooms, keeps washrooms supplied with paper, towels, and soap.
• Collects and disposes of trash and garbage; moves equipment and furniture such as beds, tables, and chairs.
• Performs sanitary inspections in designated areas for purposes of infection control.
• Replaces and removes medically contaminated sharps and/or medically soiled and contaminated dressings and supplies.
• Orders and distributes custodial supplies; maintains inventory.
• Observes and reports safety violations; actively participates in emergency situations.
• Assists in training and continued education of lower level workers.
• Plans, assigns, and supervises all functions of a housekeeping department.
• Inspects quarters for maintenance of proper housekeeping standards.
• Supervises and maintains records of the distribution of furnishings.
• Maintains necessary records; prepares required reports.
• Establishes housekeeping standards; assists with policy planning; prepares departmental budget request.
• Performs other related duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of the position and agency operations.

Level Descriptor

This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned responsibilities involving the full performance of a variety of custodial and housekeeping duties, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, disposing of trash, and other cleaning duties. Some positions may also have responsibilities involving the disposal of hazardous materials or other restricted items.

Education And Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of six months experience in building or institutional custodial work or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competencies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of various cleaning methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work; of proper procedures for disposing of waste, including medically contaminated sharps and medically soiled and contaminated dressings and supplies; and of chemical product safety. Ability is required to follow oral and written instructions. Skill is required to operate custodial equipment.

Candidates must possess sufficient proficiency in the English language to perform the essential functions of the position.

Special Requirements

Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by63 O.S.

• 427.8.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.