Public Works Custodian 1 (Fill-in)

Swinomish Indian Tribal Community; La Conner (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Swinomish Indian Tribal Community is seeking a Public Works Custodian 1 to maintain clean offices, corridors, and meeting spaces. Night shifts may be required in some buildings, with schedules varying by assignment.

The role requires basic English communication, ability to perform heavy manual labor, and a minimum of 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous cleaning experience is valued, and safety procedures must be followed.

Qualifications

• Be 18 years or older.
• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years’ experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed cleaning with various cleaning chemicals as assigned.
• Performs and documents scheduled cleaning assignments.
• Checks inventory of supplies and parts according to established procedures.
• Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations when dealing with staff, supervisors or the public.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures.
• Reports incidents and accidents according to policy.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with staff, customers and supervisors.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Read/write English

Teamwork

Heavy manual labor

Follow directions

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Use hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid Certification

GHS Certification training

Job description

JOB TITLE: Public Works Custodian 1

DEPARTMENT: Public Works

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the custodian works to ensure offices, corridors, meeting rooms, activity spaces and other specified areas are kept in a clean and orderly condition. Work schedules vary depending on building assignment. Night shifts are required in some buildings.

Job Duties:

• Performs detailed cleaning with various cleaning chemicals as assigned.
• Performs and documents scheduled cleaning assignments.
• Checks inventory of supplies and parts according to established procedures.
• Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations when dealing with staff, supervisors or the public.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures.
• Reports incidents and accidents according to policy.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with staff, customers and supervisors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Be 18 years or older.
• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years’ experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the necessary knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the essential duties of the job

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of safety standards and precautions related to maintenance and construction activities.
• Ability to use the mechanical tools of the trade.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a work crew.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
• Skill in using the hand tools and equipment of the laboring trade.
• Ability to work independently.
• Basic first aid methods and procedures.
• Operate a variety of small trucks skillfully and safely in all types of weather conditions.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS

• Obtain First Aid Certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Attend GHS Certification training within 6 months of hire date.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

POLICIES AND INSTRUCTIONS

The Tribe complies with the Tribal Preference policy outlined in the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO), STC Title 14, Chapter 1, Subsection 14.01.120(A)(2) of the Swinomish Tribal Code.

1. The Tribe strives for a drug-free workplace environment. Drug and alcohol screening at time of hire is mandatory in sensitive and hazardous positions and where required by the job announcement/description or positions working with Tribal youth.
2. Read the job announcement and position description carefully.
3. Complete all requested information on the application. Do not write "see resume."
4. Read the information in the signature area carefully, then sign and date the application.