Custodian

Custodian Position

Salary scale shown is minimum pay rate and the maximum pay rate including highest longevity pay, applicable only after 20 years of service. The staff hired into this position will be brought in at Step 1 of the 6-step scale, which is $4358.82 / month (~$25.15 / hour). This is routine custodial and minor repair maintenance work while cleaning, caring for and maintaining City facilities and buildings. The regular work schedule for this position is : Wednesday Sunday 4 : 30 pm - 1 : 00 am. Selection process interested individuals should apply online with a complete application that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to take an in-person interview.

Primary Duties

The list below is not meant to be all inclusive, and the full job description can be viewed here. Performs assigned duties and tasks independently as scheduled or directed to established cleaning methods and standards without direct supervision. Deals tactfully and courteously with the public, coworkers, and other City employees, occasionally in difficult customer service situations. Cleans, disinfects and deodorizes restroom floors, toilets, urinals, walls, partitions, mirrors, fixtures and showers; deodorizes floor drains as required; checks and refills all soap, paper towel and toilet paper dispensers and restocks supplies. Vacuums carpets in meeting rooms, offices, hallways and council chambers. Spot cleans where necessary. Shampoos carpets according to maintenance schedule. Vacuums upholstered furniture as required.

Minimum Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who have : A High School Diploma or equivalent AND One (1) year of professional custodial work AND A valid driver's license without impending loss at time of appointment. Required licenses and other requirements must be able to pass a background check, to include reference checks. This position will be required to be fingerprinted and complete the CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) Security Certification Test to be allowed to view sensitive information and have unescorted access while at the Police Department (per Washington State Patrol ACCESS unit).

Additional Information

Why choose the City of Auburn? Competitive salary with scheduled step increases on an annual basis. Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans with employee premiums paid by the City. Employer contributions to the State Retirement System pension plans. 12 days of paid vacation per year. 11 paid holidays per year. Front-loaded WA Paid Sick Leave with additional sick leave accruals each pay period. 2 paid floating holidays of your choice per year. VEBA (tax-free health savings account). Optional Flexible Spending benefit plan. Deferred Compensation plan options. Student Loan Management Assistance through Summer, including certification for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Tuition Reimbursement program after one (1) year of employment. Employee Wellness Program. Employee Assistance Program and more! For more information about what benefits the City provides, please visit : https : / / www.auburnwa.gov / city_hall / employment_human_resources / benefits About the City of Auburn The City of Auburn was incorporated in 1891 and has since bloomed into a perfect place to live, visit, explore, and play. With over 29.8 square miles of land, two rivers, and two counties, Auburn is home to over 80,000 residents, and hundreds of businesses - ranging from manufacturing to retail. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and life experiences and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our community. The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation. To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit : https : / / www.auburnwa.gov / InclusiveAuburn