CCS employment application is found at: http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/files/forms/District/16011609.pdf

 

February 1, 2007

July 1, 2007

Recruitment No. 002Y07

 

 

CUSTODIAN 1

OPEN COMPETITIVE

OPEN CONTINUOUSLY

 

This announcement is to provide supervisors with candidates for Custodian at Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS).  Positions are located in Spokane County and may be located at Spokane Community College (SCC), Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC), or Institute for Extended Learning (IEL) sites.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Clean and sanitize restrooms, classrooms and common areas.

·         Change light bulbs and replenish supplies such as toilet paper, soap products, paper towels and etc.

·         Sweep, mop and vacuum floors; shampoo carpets; strip, clean, buff and apply floor finish to floors.

·         Empty wastebaskets, trash and recycle containers; empty and clean ashtrays and cigarette urns.

·         May need to drive a vehicle to pick up trash.

·         Maintain building entries, ramps and walkways by removing debris, snow and ice as needed and directed.

·         Set up and take down equipment for meetings, classrooms and events such as easels, chalkboards, chairs, tables etc.

·         May assist in transporting equipment between CCS locations.

·         Maintain and reorder adequate stock of custodial supplies.

·         Clean equipment at conclusion of use and maintain equipment in good working order.

·         Lock and unlock buildings when requested; secure buildings when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows; report unauthorized occupants.

·         Report the need for repair or maintenance of buildings to supervisors.

 

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Move furniture and equipment on an incidental basis.  Perform other related duties.

 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (Minimum Qualifications):

·         Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.

·         A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals and objectives of CCS.

·         The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, community and technical college system.

·         A demonstrated understanding and value for the contributions that a diverse workforce can make to the success of the organization and the students we serve.

·         Ability to communicate in English.

·         Able to read English and interpret instructions.

·         Knowledge of custodial chemicals and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

·         Knowledge of generally accepted professional cleaning procedures.

·         Knowledge in floor waxing and carpet cleaning procedures.

·         Proficient in the use of standard custodial equipment.

 

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES (Desired Qualifications):

·         Ability to perform cleaning duties specific to the Community Colleges of Spokane,

·         Ability to work both independently and a as a member of a team,

·         Ability to work alternate shifts,

 

PHYSICAL ELEMENTS

Must be able to climb, pull, stoop, kneel, crawl, twist and crouch while performing custodial duties. Must stand or walk for long periods of time.  Duties include daily lifting of garbage or objects up to 20 pounds and frequently up to 50 pounds. The job requires repetitive movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Must be able to understand instructions and recognize hazardous or poisonous materials and/or products. Must be physically capable of withstanding some exposure to fumes, dust and/or odors from cleaning chemicals. Respiratory equipment may be used, requiring adherence to applicable rules (e.g., no beard). Must be physically capable of working with and mixing custodial chemicals. Must be physically capable of operating an automatic carpet and floor scrubber, carper shampooer and extractor, buffer, propane burnisher, stripper and a variety of vacuum cleaners to include upright, wet, backpack and dry vacuum.

 

SALARY RANGE AND WORK HOURS

Beginning monthly salary of $1,891 (Range 26) with annual increments based on seniority to $2,433.  Work Schedule:  Monday through Friday; 8 hours per day; 40 hours per week; 12 months per year.  The majority of our custodian positions work schedules are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.  This position is a regular scheduled work period designation with a six (6) month probationary period.  The incumbent is eligible for overtime compensation at the rate of time and one-half for additional hours of work directed by the supervisor over 40 hours/week.  This position qualifies for a full benefit plan including a retirement plan, vacation and sick leave, medical and dental coverage, life insurance, and a long-term disability plan.

 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Persons hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States.  This is an absolute condition of employment.  In addition, CCS maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. New employees must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and educational environment.  Requires Criminal background check.  If using personal vehicle for travel, proof of driver’s license and car insurance required.  Applications will be considered for openings for six months from the receipt of the application.

 

This position is covered by a union security agreement.  This agreement makes it a condition of employment to either become a member of the union and pay membership dues or, as a non-member, pay an agency shop fee equal to that amount.  This requirement begins upon employment.

 

Community Colleges of Spokane information regarding campus crime statistics and policies are available at:  http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/Students/Right_To_Know/Default.aspx or call (509) 434-5040 for a copy.

 

Application Procedure and Deadline:  to request an application contact the Human Resources Office, Community Colleges of Spokane, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., MS 1004, P.O. Box 6000, Spokane, WA  99217-6000, hro@ccs.spokane.edu or visit our website at: http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/files/forms/District/16011609.pdf .  Phone: (509) 434-5040; for 24 hr. employment and job status line (509) 434-5050.

 

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and must submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

·         Completed CCS application form (resumes will not substitute for official application)

·         Job-related experience chart

 

Download the application packet now:  http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/files/forms/District/16011609.pdf.

 

Applicants will be placed on the eligibility list for six months for this position.  Applicants are accepted continuously for current and future openings.  All corrected or extended notices will be posted on the Human Resources bulletin board at above address. 

 

All application materials submitted become property of the Community Colleges of Spokane.  Personal copies need to be made prior to submitting application materials to the Human Resources Office.  The Human Resources Office does not provide copying services.

Community Colleges of Spokane is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and as such, ensures that all persons shall have equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of nonjob-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

 

CUSTODIAN 1

Job-Related Experience Chart

 

Your experience and training may be paid or unpaid, full-time or part-time and gained in any setting, such as previous employment, schooling or personal time.  We may talk to people at the places you name in your answers to the questions to make sure your work experience or education is right for the job.  Be sure to answer all questions as completely as you can.  Attach more paper if you need more space.

 

1.  CUSTODIAL OR CLEANING JOBS

List any custodial or cleaning jobs you have had.  Use the spaces below.  (Attach more paper if you need more space.)

       Job Title 

         Employer

What did you do?

If you cleaned, what kind of cleaning did you do?

   Hours Worked

      Per Week

Dates Employed

 From: (mo/yr)

To: (mo/yr)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.  CUSTODIAL TRAINING

List any formal and informal custodial training you have had.  INCLUDE custodial training schools, programs, classes or other formal custodial seminars, and discussions.  Also include any on-the-job training you received from your supervisors, leads, or co-workers.  Tell us what this training was and where and when you had it.  (Attach more paper if you need more space.)

                   What Was Taught?

              Where Was It?

            When Was It?

      From (mo/yr) To (mo/yr)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.  SPECIFIC CUSTODIAL DUTIES

Put an X in the box next to each thing you have done.  Write where and when you performed them.

              Custodial Duties

"X" If Done

Where?

From: (mo/yr) To: (mo/yr)

How Often? (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.)

(a) Cleaning restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures

 

 

 

 

(b) Cleaning hard floor surfaces

 

 

 

 

 

(c) Vacuuming/shampooing carpeted floors

 

 

 

 

(d) Cleaning furniture such as desks, tables and chairs

 

 

 

 

(e) Using buffers, polishers, burnishers or similar equipment

 

 

 

 

(f)  Stripping and waxing floors

 

 

 

 

 

(g) Ordering custodial supplies

 

 

 

 

 

(h) Monitoring security of rooms/buildings

 

 

 

 

(i) Work with custodial chemicals and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

 

 

 

 

(j) Refinishing wood floors