Caretaker Custodian

Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM | ON-SITE

This recruitment will be used to fill multiple positions, which may have different non-working day schedules. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the required posting period, and during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.

provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES’ mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES.

is responsible for the Capitol Campus and Department of Enterprise Services (DES) managed building operations, stewardship, and historic preservation. B&G provides service to over 42 agencies, maintains, operates and preserves the 486-acre state Capitol Campus in Olympia, including more than 31 buildings, 18 public monuments, over 6,000 parking stalls, four state parks, a 260-acre lake, and off-campus facilities in five counties which include Thurston, King, Cowlitz, Yakima, and Clark counties.

B&G executes these responsibilities through the following service programs:
Facilities Operations, Grounds Operations, Leadership and Admin, Maintenance & Repairs, Support Services (Custodial).

As a Caretaker, you’ll help keep the Capitol Campus and other assigned areas clean and safe. Your work will include cleaning restrooms, emptying trash, washing glass, restocking supplies, unlocking buildings, and handling spills or other urgent cleaning needs. You’ll also help outdoors by keeping entryways tidy, cleaning ashtrays, putting down deicer, and shoveling snow in the winter. Regular tasks include dusting, vacuuming, and wiping surfaces during the day.

You’ll also support events by setting up tables, chairs, and containers, and making sure trash and recycling are taken care of. Each day you’ll use a computer to record your work and time, and you’ll attend training to learn the cleaning processes, tools and chemicals used on the job.

• Perform housekeeping duties on the Capitol Campus and assigned off-campus areas.
• Respond to spills and other urgent cleaning needs during the day.
• Clean and stock restrooms, remove trash, clean glass, and stock custodial pantries.
• Unlock buildings and put away supplies on delivery days.
• Maintain outdoor areas by cleaning ashtrays, entryways, applying deicer, and shoveling snow.
• Complete regular cleaning tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, and wiping surfaces.
• Provide event support by setting up tables, chairs, and containers, and managing trash/recycling.
• Record time and work daily in FMMS and complete OS1 training on cleaning processes, tools and chemicals.
• Other duties as needed.

• Possess a valid Driver's License.
• High School diploma/GED equivalency.
• Six (6) months of experience in custodial, general or building maintenance, grounds keeping, semi-skilled carpentry, electrical, and/or plumbing repair work.
• Physical ability to:
  • Lift, move, and/or transfer 50 lbs. or more.
  • Stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach, push, pull, and kneel.
  • Work safely with a backpack vacuum, floor crew machinery, and other equipment as designed for up to 8 hours.
  • Work in and around building occupants, visitors, or other trades personnel.
  • Exercise discretion in the workplace, respecting the privacy and confidentiality of information found there.
• General ability to:
  • Read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Work in a crowded, high pressure work environment.
  • Wear a uniform and use prescribed…