JANITOR III - LIHUE, KAUAI

Hawaii Reporter Inc.; Hawaii; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional governmental agency in Hawaii is seeking a Custodial Supervisor to oversee and participate in cleaning operations. The role involves maintaining building cleanliness, supervising staff, and performing custodial duties. Candidates must have two years of janitorial experience, demonstrate supervisory aptitude, and may require a valid driver's license. This job offers a unique opportunity to contribute to public facilities while adhering to strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in janitorial or related custodial work.
• Must demonstrate supervisory aptitude through relevant experience or training.
• Possession of a valid driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in cleaning assigned buildings.
• Perform heavy lifting and clean inaccessible areas.
• Conduct simple building repairs as necessary.

Skills

Supervisory aptitude

Heavy lifting

Cleaning and maintenance

Job description

Recruitment Number 25-0484

Immediate vacancy is with the Department of Transportation, Airports Division. Applicants must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Duties Summary

Supervises and participates in keeping assigned buildings and building areas clean and orderly, including heavy lifting, cleaning places and equipment which are not easily accessible, simple building repair work and operating industrial type cleaning equipment; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Legal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State to be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• General Experience: TWO (2) YEARS of janitorial or related custodial work such as sweeping, dusting and cleaning of buildings.
• Supervisory Aptitude: Applicants must possess supervisory aptitude. Supervisory aptitude is demonstrated through successful completion of regular or special assignments that involve some supervisory responsibilities, such as serving as a group or team leader, or through completion of training courses in supervision coupled with application of supervisory skills. Favorable appraisals by a supervisor may also indicate possession of supervisory potential.
• Driver's License: Some positions require possession of a valid driver's license at the time of appointment. The immediate vacancy has this requirement.
• Federal Criminal History Records Check: Persons considered for positions requiring unescorted access to secured airport areas must undergo a pre‑employment fingerprint‑based criminal history record check. Candidates must not have been convicted, or found “not guilty by reason of insanity,” of a disqualifying criminal offense within the past ten years. The cost for the records check is the applicant’s responsibility.

Other Information

The State of Hawai’i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808‑587‑1111 for assistance.

Electronic Notification to Applicants

The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources and minimize delays and costs.

Testing Information

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.

In‑person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in‑person interviews and/or further testing are a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in‑person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Referral of qualified applicants may be based on other factors including date of receipt of the application.

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