Full-Time Republic

Lead Custodian This is a full-time 32-hour work week non-expect position with benefits. Annual salary is $39,365.00. Pay increase of $1,000 after a successful probation period. Applications can be submitted in person Monday-Thursday 8am to 3pm at 209 E Tessie Ave, Republic, WA 99166 Or by email to: riskmgmt@co.ferry.wa.us Description This position is responsible for performing routine and special custodial, janitorial, and maintenance functions for the assigned County facilities/buildings to maintain their safe, clean, efficient operation and presentation. Individuals assigned to this classification are expected to be competent in their skill area and to perform proficiently and independently those assignments of a regular and recurring nature. Supervision: This position has no supervisory authority over other County employees. Work is normally performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices under general supervision of the Clerk of the Board with the Ferry County Board of Commissioners. The supervisor will check progress of work and provide instructions on accomplishing unusual problems or the use of unfamiliar equipment. Individuals will typically be assigned to a regular work site; however, work site assignments will be subject to change as determined by the supervisor with no notice requirements. Essential Functions: Perform routine custodial and janitorial activities related to the cleaning of County buildings and facilities in accordance with sound safety practices. Use County passenger vehicles to transport supplies and equipment and to commute between buildings and facilities. Regular Work Schedule Monday – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday – 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM During the training and probationary period, the work schedule may differ from the regular schedule to accommodate training requirements. Interior Mop, sweep, strip, wax, polish, shampoo, buff, and/or vacuum all floors and carpets. Operate manual or mechanical equipment such as buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc. Empty restroom and office trash in the courthouse daily, and all other locations weekly. Transport and dispose of waste in a safe and appropriate manner. Clean walls, mirrors, metal, and woodwork. Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies daily. Manage inventory control of custodial and janitorial supplies. Perform general maintenance of custodial and janitorial tools and equipment to maintain optimum operation. Report needed facility maintenance and repairs to the supervisor. Paint or stain walls, ceilings, and woodwork. Provide building security, such as opening and closing or locking doors and windows and shutting off lights before or after regular business hours. Assist Maintenance with room set-up and take-down, moving furniture and equipment as needed. Exterior Clean exterior windows. Empty and keep clean refuse containers and ashtrays. Other Duties Assist maintenance staff and other office staff with immediate custodial and janitorial needs. Assist maintenance with the raising/lowering of the US/State flags. Other custodial and janitorial duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Requires one year of work experience as a custodian/janitor in a commercial or institutional environment. Requires knowledge of the field of assignment sufficient to perform thoroughly and accurately the full scope of responsibility as illustrated by examples in the above

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. Special Requirements Possession of a valid Washington State Driver’s License. Ability to satisfactorily pass a comprehensive, in-depth background investigation that shows no criminal activity that could directly affect the ability to perform the job. Individuals assigned to this position work in the capacity of a confidential employee. Any breach of these terms and conditions of employment may result in immediate discipline, up to and including termination. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of a wide variety of cleaning materials, methods, equipment, and procedures used to perform duties. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices and procedures to safely use assigned materials, equipment, and tools typically used for routine custodial and maintenance duties. Knowledge of health, safety, and infection control regulations. Ability to operate motorized equipment, including, but not limited to, push lawn mowers, line trimmers, pressure washers, buffers, floor scrubbers, sweepers, and carpet shampooers. Ability to lift to 50 pounds on a regular/reoccurring basis. Ability to demonstrate sufficient strength, agility, and dexterity to perform the work of the position. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, effective, and productive working relationships using tact, patience, and courtesy. Ability to appear for scheduled work with regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to complete assigned tasks independently. Basic computer skills, including, but not limited to, typing and emailing. Physical Demands And Environment The working environment for this position is both indoors and outdoors and is physically demanding in nature. The duties require work outdoors in all types of weather. Requires walking on various types of surfaces, including rough terrain; sitting, standing, ability to maintain balance, climb stairs, ladders, and inclines, ability to kneel, bend, stop, crouch, reach, push, pull, twist; requires sense of touch, finger dexterity, gripping with fingers and hands, and carrying 50 pounds; ability to operate passenger vehicles, and work with chemicals, exposure to noxious weeds and plants, dust, pollen, insect stings. Requires wearing of safety glasses or goggles, earplugs or muffs, respirators, rubber or plastic gloves, safety shoes, and rubber boots. Follows infection control practices including hand washing techniques, standard precautions and isolation techniques. Acknowledgments The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. This will position will require a background check. Ferry County is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin or handicap status and is committed to maintaining a drug free workplace.