Custodian 4

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen's non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at (360) 867-5371, Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505.

• Supervise the daily schedule and delegate work assignments of the regular and temporary day shift, swing shift, and weekend shift custodial staff.
• Monitor staff work attendance daily; act upon and maintain electronic leave records for day shift, swing shift, and weekend shift custodial staff.
• Prepare the Daily Shift Report as required by unit manager and submit for manager's review.
• Supervise the use of the electronic key box, issue radios and pagers, maintain checkout records.
• Ensure power cleaning equipment is maintained and in proper working condition; issue custodial equipment and supplies.
• Monitor upcoming event set ups, make staff assignments of the day, or for special event set-up requests; supervise custodial event set-up.
• Schedule, coordinate, and oversee performance of special cleaning projects such as carpet cleaning, wood floor refinishing, and floor stripping/waxing projects.
• Assure staff compliance with work-unit-developed custodial cleaning methods and working procedures of Building Services operating unit.
• Perform daily inspections of buildings and bi-weekly assigned work area assessment in order to ensure quality building custodial care and submit to unit manager.
• Document disciplinary problems, administer informal discipline up to an oral reprimand and make recommendations for formal disciplinary actions as required.
• Evaluate the performance of staff against established standards and counsel them on performance; complete Performance Development Plans as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality in regards to communications with Building Services Manager and other management or Human Resource Services staff.
• Prepare for, administer, and participate in custodial staff training exercises on methods, procedures, and expectations of the Building Services work unit.
• Comply with Building Services policies, procedures, and expectations, as well as those of The Evergreen State College.
• Instruct staff on safety rules, procedures, and methods; enforce safety regulations.
• Maintain the monthly inventory of Building Services cleaning supplies.
• Participate in recruitment process for staff; review applications, interview, administer practical tests, and recommend selection of custodial position applicants.
• Onboard and train new employees and evaluate them during the probationary period.
• Assist the Building Services Manager in developing and maintaining policies, procedures, and budget administration.
• Safely operate forklift, Genie Lift, pallet jacks, and other non-custodial equipment as required.
• Perform all the cleaning functions of a custodian position.
• Assist the Building Services Manager as assigned.
• May serve as acting Building Services Manager during absences by the Manager.
• Perform additional duties as required.

• Knowledge of custodial industry standards, methodologies, procedures, equipment, products, and training, including green and sustainable cleaning procedures.
• Ability to safely perform custodial, window washer, and other equivalent work, including extensive knowledge, skill, and ability in the cleaning and care of hard floors, carpet, upholstery, windows, bathrooms, etc.
• Knowledge of recycling, solid waste, and compost operations.
• Knowledge of custodial care of athletic, health care, kitchen, and educational facilities larger than 100,000 square feet.
• Advanced skill and ability in using, maintaining, and storing all types of cleaning equipment.
• Excellent supervisory skills and abilities, including the ability to navigate the hiring process, supervise and coach a diverse staff, successfully train and direct the work of others, evaluate performance, and address job performance issues.
• Ability to successfully teach and monitor employees in custodial cleaning and renovation practices and the use of custodial equipment.
• Ability to follow and enforce safety rules, regulations, and instructions.
• Ability to understand and comply with the Classified Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions and institutional, state, and federal policies, laws, and personnel guidelines.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize/perform multiple tasks requiring detail and accuracy.
• Strong organization and problem solving skills.
• Skill and ability in record keeping, including work orders, staff attendance and performance related documents, inventory and supply lists, etc.
• Ability and willingness to work the day shift, which is generally Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and other varying hours as required, including evenings, weekends, and overtime.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and have an awareness and sensitivity to social and cultural diversity.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and as a team member.
• Proficiency with computers and software, including Microsoft 365, facility management work order systems, and time and leave systems.
• Physical ability to perform work that includes the lifting and moving heavy furniture and equipment up to 50 pounds unaided; push or pull carts and/or heavy cleaning equipment, such as sweepers, auto-scrubbers, vacuums, and other equipment, such as mops and brooms; climb and balance on ladders using equipment; ability to reach, stoop, twist, and/or crouch; and perform repetitive motions using cleaning equipment.
• Work takes place at elevated heights, indoors and outdoors with extreme temperature differences, and in environments in which dust, noise, and environmentally approved cleaning agents chemicals are used.

• Three years of experience as a custodian, housekeeper, or janitor.
• Two years of experience supervising and leading others in large-scale (10 plus employee) custodial, housekeeping, janitorial, building maintenance, or equivalent experience.

• Must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility within three days of beginning work.
• This position is part of a bargaining unit and covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Prior to an official offer of employment, a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct form must be submitted to the college per RCW 28B.112.080. The college will contact current and past employers to verify this information. Applicants who provide inaccurate information in their declaration will be disqualified and, if the inaccuracies are discovered after the applicant has been hired, it shall be grounds for termination.
• Must possess a valid unrestricted driver's license and be in compliance with the college's eligible driver requirements.