Custodian(s) - Temporary

Bellingham Technical College • Bellingham, WA

265d • $19 - $20

About The Position

APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED TO BUILD A POOL FOR TEMPORARY HOURLY SWING AND GRAVEYARD CUSTODIAN POSITIONS FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR JULY 2024 THROUGH JUNE 2025. These are temporary, hourly on-call assignments. Hours are not guaranteed and assignments are based on the needs of the department. Position(s) reports under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, Facilities and may also take direction from the Facilities and Events Manager and assigned Lead(s). Position(s) perform a variety of routine housekeeping, custodial and light maintenance duties to maintain the cleanliness and care of the college facilities within assigned areas. These duties include, but are not limited to moving furniture, cleaning buildings, restrooms, and outdoor areas, and stocking supplies. Custodial/facilities positions are also responsible to serve a key role in the College emergency and management response efforts; this position, provides a critical role of being and providing a 'presence', either individually or with additional Facilities team members, as needed for safety issues during campus' operations.

Requirements

• Physical ability to do required work.
• Ability to clearly communicate and follow directions, both written and verbal.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED certificate or vocational or technical training in custodial trades.
• 2 years of experience in the custodial field.
• Valid Washington State driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures in accordance with established procedures and standards; refill restroom dispensers.
• Clean white boards; dust and wipe furniture; dust-mop, mop, auto-scrub or vacuum floors; empty garbage & recycling bins; replace light lamps as needed.
• Stock and maintain inventory of Custodial supplies in locker/lockers in assigned area/areas.
• Use and maintain assigned custodial power equipment and hand tools including, but not limited to vacuum cleaners, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets and furniture and windows.
• Strip, clean, burnish, and apply finish to floors; use floor auto-scrubbers, swing scrubbers, burnishers; vacuum and clean carpets; use carpet extractor, and other floor maintenance equipment.
• Set up and take down equipment, such as portable whiteboards, furnishings, chairs, and tables needed for meetings, classrooms, conferences, and events.
• Maintain building security by locking and unlocking building doors as needed; sweep buildings for unlocked doors & windows when facilities are not in use and setting building alarm systems as needed.
• Maintain communications with all Facilities teams and campus community through email, cell phones, telephones, etc.
• Follow written and verbal instructions regarding the use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Utilize computers for time reporting and filling out work orders needed for building and equipment repairs.
• Wash interior windows, building entry windows and doors, and easily accessible exterior windows.
• May perform cleaning and related activities within a reasonable distance from buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment to remove snow and debris from sidewalks or stairs for clean and safe operations as needed.
• Monitor building systems for normal facilities operation and report irregularities to custodial leadership.
• May respond to building alarm calls and complete appropriate documentation.
• Demonstrates and promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment through regular interaction with the Facilities team and campus community.
• Serve as a key role in the College emergency and management response efforts; provide a 'presence', either individually or with additional Facilities team members, as needed for safety issues.
• Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave earned in accordance with Washington State law.
• Sick leave is accrued each month at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a free counseling & referral program.
• Potential flexible schedule; No additional benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED