Custodian

About the role

The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports the Oregon National Guard. You are NOT required to be a member of the Oregon National Guard to apply for this position. The Oregon Military Department is recruiting for a Custodian.

Responsibilities

• Sanitize and clean all buildings and facilities, picking up trash, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, or using industrial cleaning equipment to clean floors, cleaning and stocking bathrooms, making sure buildings are secure, cleaning windows, and minor building maintenance and repairs in support of OMD Facilities.
• Regularly exposed to hazardous materials i.e. chemicals for cleaning which include detergents, disinfectants and possible unsanitary working conditions. Use pesticides for rodents.
• Use pesticides for rodents.
• Must be able to work from stepladders, portable and mobile man lifts.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to work on ladders, stand, bend to make beds and clean rooms for up to 6 hours a day.
• Follows all safety standards, policies and procedures. Must have knowledge to know when, where and how to properly wear and maintain personal protective equipment and comply with all safety practices and requirements at all times.
• Structure work and other activities in the unit to promote a diverse workforce and ensure discrimination, harassment and hostility free workplace.
• This position works swing shift (2pm - 10:30pm).

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age.
• AND- 1 year of custodial/janitorial experience that includes proper use of tools, machinery and chemicals used for the job.

Qualifications

• Basic Computer Skills Are Essential
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• This position requires regular travel to sites throughout the region.

Skills/Experience for Success in this Position

• Basic Computer Skills Are Essential
• Additional Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must have and maintain a favorable Criminal background History check and be able to obtain and maintain a favorable Department of Defense National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) Suitability Determination.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively.
• Must be able to work on ladders, stand, bend to make beds and clean rooms for up to 6 hours a day.
• Must follow all safety standards, policies and procedures.
• Must have knowledge to know when, where and how to properly wear and maintain personal protective equipment and comply with all safety practices and requirements at all times.
• Regular attendance is an essential function required to meet the demands of this job and to provide necessary services.

What We Have To Offer You

• Great Benefits- The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage.
• Benefits- State of Oregon Work Life Balance- 12 Paid holidays, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave.
• Additional Benefits- In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Career Development - Learn new skills, Career Growth Opportunities, Great Team Environment, and a sense of belonging.

Additional Information

• Only complete applications will be considered.
• Be sure to answer all supplemental questions completely and to show your experience in the Work Experience section of your application form and, if requested, your resume.
• The selection process will consist of an evaluation of experience and training.
• All final candidates using education to meet minimum qualifications will be required to provide a copy of their transcripts (official or unofficial) during the process.
• The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a LEDS check.
• The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a fingerprint-based background check.
• If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.
• After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the relevant experience and or educations in the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
• The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency.
• Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.