WDVA Custodian Spokane Veterans

Custodian 1 – Full‑Time Permanent

Spokane Veterans Home, Spokane, Washington

Looking for an opportunity to get your foot in the door as a state employee while providing vital custodial services for our resident Veterans? Our team is excited to announce we are now accepting applications for a Full‑Time Permanent Custodian 1 position.

Compensation: This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M is not published as it is the longevity step in alignment with state HR compensation rules.

Work Schedule: Thursday through Monday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Telework: This position is not eligible for telework.

Homes 24/7 Facility Differential: Updated as of July 1, 2025, the position is eligible for a “Supplement Basic Shift Premium” of $1.00 per hour for 24/7 facilities. This premium does not apply to overtime hours and expires on June 29, 2027.

As a Custodian 1, you will perform a variety of custodial tasks and routine cleaning of our facility buildings to enhance appearance and provide comfort to residents.

• Provide custodial cleaning service in assigned areas, resident rooms, common areas, and office spaces.
• Vacuum, extract carpets, mop, disinfect, strip, and wax as required.
• Maintain baseboards free of dirt and wax buildup.
• Empty trash and keep receptacles odor‑free.
• Perform various housekeeping tasks such as restocking the custodial cart.
• Assist nursing and food service staff in cleaning dining rooms after each meal.
• Maintain elevators in a clean and streak‑free condition.
• Keep toilets, urinals, sinks, and other fixtures clean and free of scale, film, and odors.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

• Excellent listening skills and ability to work productively with staff and residents from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Physical ability to perform required work including lifting up to 60 lbs and reaching 36”.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, equipment, and safety practices for toxic materials.
• Understanding of aseptic procedures and infection control as related to custodial services.
• Ability to adopt work procedures to meet changing needs, inspect and evaluate cleanliness, follow safety policies, operate floor‑care machines, and use written instructions.
• Proficiency in English.
• Must pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check every two (2) years.
• Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening.
• Must meet medical evaluation and respiratory protection requirements.
• Must maintain reliable attendance and complete mandatory training.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement and, if required, possess a valid unrestricted driver’s license.
• Must have work authorization that does not require sponsorship.

• Experience in housekeeping, janitorial, building maintenance, or custodial work in a health care facility, hospital, or nursing home.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer.

Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement (PERS), and flexible spending accounts. Employees are eligible for paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, military leave, bereavement leave, and other statutory and union‑based leave. Detailed benefit information is available on the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website and from the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs.

The top candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please include the following documents with your application:

• A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
• A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.

Finalists will provide at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

• The position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.

Answer the following questions in your application:

• Do you maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards?
• Do you have the physical ability to perform required work?
• Do you have knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment?
• Do you understand safety practices for handling toxic materials?
• Are you familiar with aseptic procedures and infection control?
• Can you read and understand written instructions?
• Can you perform simple arithmetic calculations?
• Do you follow safety policies, procedures, and practices?
• Can you operate floor‑care machines?

Answer “Yes” or “No” for each. Provide any additional details if applicable.