Custodian Specialist

About the role

The Custodian Specialist is responsible for providing a clean, safe, attractive, and healthy environment for patrons and staff. This role focuses on carpet cleaning and supporting other Custodian Specialists.

Responsibilities

• Use commercial and household materials and equipment to clean restrooms, facilities, public areas, and offices.
• Clean and disinfect areas to prevent the spread of infectious pathogens.
• Vacuum and spot clean carpets.
• Gather and dispose of trash and recycling.
• Replenish restroom supplies; wash walls and windows, dust furniture, polish metal work.
• Clean lighting fixtures, windows, windowsills, window blinds, screens, tops of windows, door, frames, and other areas.
• Respond to work requests, including handling spills, clogs, bio-fluid cleanup, and other daily cleanups.
• Maintain inventory of housekeeping supplies and order as needed.
• Attend meetings, trainings as required.
• Provide internal and external customer service.
• Manage time effectively to complete tasks within scheduled shifts.
• Ensure safety of the building including locking doors and monitoring security.
• Support a safe work environment.
• Dust furniture, shelving, and other areas.
• Perform heavy cleaning tasks on a regular schedule, including scrubbing, stripping, waxing, and polishing floors.

Qualifications and Experience

• High School diploma or GED, plus two years of custodial experience.
• Valid Washington state driver's license, safe driving record, and three years of driving experience.

Benefits & Salary

• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance plans, health reimbursement arrangement (HRA), and employee assistance program.
• 16 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 2 personal days each year.
• Automatic eligibility for the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
• Compensation range: $21.27 - $29.45 per hour.

Essential Functions

• Use commercial and household materials and equipment to clean and re-supply restrooms, facilities, public areas, and offices.
• Clean and disinfect areas as directed to slow the spread of infectious pathogens.
• Vacuum and spot clean carpets.
• Gather and dispose of trash and recycling.
• Replenish restroom supplies; wash walls and windows, dust furniture, polish metal work.
• Clean lighting fixtures, windows, windowsills, window blinds, screens, tops of windows, door, frames, and other areas.
• Respond to work requests, including handling spills, clogs, bio-fluid cleanup, and other day-to-day cleanup.
• Maintain inventory of housekeeping supplies and order as needed.
• Attend meetings, trainings as required.
• Provide internal and external customer service.
• Manage time effectively to complete tasks within scheduled shift.
• Ensure safety of the building including locking doors and monitoring security.
• Support a safe work environment.
• Dust furniture, shelving, and other areas.
• Perform heavy cleaning tasks on a regular schedule, including scrubbing, stripping, waxing, and polishing floors.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to learn to use and operate both light and commercial cleaning equipment safely.
• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals, cleaning agents, disinfectants, sanitizers, degreasers, and lubricants.
• Ability to practice and enforce appropriate safety procedures.
• Ability to organize supplies and materials and to order replacement materials within established guidelines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
• Ability to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with a diverse audience.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical and safety instructions, warnings, and other written materials.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, perform required data entry proficiently, and utilize computer software and specialized programs.
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgment in a variety of situations directly related to the work being performed.
• Ability to work collaboratively to create and maintain an inclusive environment where staff and patrons are respected and feel safe, supported, and valued.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent movement, lifting, carrying, and maneuvering over extended periods of time.
• Prolonged periods of walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, and/or kneeling.
• Occasional telephones and other office equipment.
• Noise from other equipment, vehicles, etc.
• Periodic exposure to dust, dirt, and noise while work is conducted.
• Moves between locations within the library and to/from other locations.
• Visual acuity essential for tasks including identifying, observing, and evaluating the safety and cleanliness of workspaces and surrounding areas.
• Work performed and delivered is guided by precise deadlines.
• High cognitive demands including attention to detail, prioritizing, and following clear procedures.
• Good communication skills, customer service abilities, and multitasking are also essential for success in this role.

Schedule

This is a full-time, non-exempt 40-hour per week position. Schedules are subject to change to meet the needs of the library. The typical custodial shift is from 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position and future positions, please visit krl.applicantpro.com/jobs. This position will remain open through September 09, 2026. Kitsap Regional Library is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation, please email us at jobs@krl.org and we'll work with you to meet your accessibility needs.