Custodian II

Overview

Buildings and General Services (BGS) at the State of Vermont has an entry level opportunity with room for growth as a Custodian II. This position will maintain the buildings at the Waterbury Complex working with a diverse and team oriented group. Job responsibilities will be daily cleaning of the buildings in the complex. BGS provides the facilities services required for all state agencies and departments to accomplish their missions. As part of the Operations and Maintenance Division you will be an essential team member and part of the largest division in BGS.

This position is eligible for a sign-on and retention bonus of up to $1000! Only new hires employed by BGS in the location specified in this job posting are eligible for this bonus program.

Schedule

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 6:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of the buildings in the complex.
• Performing assigned cleaning duties at one or more state owned or leased buildings during an assigned shift.

Environmental Factors

• Cleaning work often involves addressing bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious material.
• Incumbents must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Good physical condition and ability to climb ladders and lift weights of up to 50-lbs. is necessary.
• Overtime and evening work may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year or more of building custodial work that includes floor maintenance tasks such as stripping and waxing floors and carpet extraction.
• OR One (1) year as a BGS Custodian I.

Special Requirements

• Some positions in this class require a valid driver's license and own transportation for travel between work locations.
• Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation.