Custodian - Limited Salem

Position: Custodian - Limited Duration (17 months) | Salem
## Custodian - Limited Duration (17 months) | Salem Apply locations:
Salem | OHA | Oregon State Hospital time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
REQ-201082
** Initial Posting Date:
** 06/01/2026
** Final date to receive applications:
** 06/11/2026
** Agency:
** Oregon Health Authority
** Salary Range:
**** Position Type:
** Employee
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* Position Title:

** Custodian - Limited Duration (17 months) | Salem
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* Job Description:

**** Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  - Custodian
** The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Oregon State Hospital (OSH) Environmental Services Department is recruiting for
** Limited Duration(17 months)*
* ** Custodians.
** As part of the team, these positions provide a clean, healthy and therapeutic environment for the patients and staff by meeting agency cleanliness standards. As a
** Custodian**, you will perform some of the following duties:
* Clean and disinfect all substances, spills and/or accidents.
* Pick-up and deliver bio-hazard waste and sharps to designated secure storage area.
* Disinfect patient wards when infectious disease outbreaks occur.
* Sweep, dust, mop, and/or buff hard surfaces.
* Vacuum and spot clean carpets and remove trash.
* Scrub, rinse and refinish floors; clean, shampoo and extract carpets and upholstered furniture.
* Clean and maintain custodial equipment.
* Prep floors and walls for remodel and/or renovation projects.

Oregon State Hospital (OSH) Custodian positions receive a 10% pay differential above their base rate of pay.
** For a full review of the position description, please****.
*** If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
*** What We Are Looking For
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* Minimum Qualifications:

** These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
* Must be at least 18 years of age.
* Minimum 6 months of custodial experience that included operating equipment needed to perform custodial duties.
* Ability to push/pull heavy custodial equipment (and lift up to 50 pounds), crouch, stoop, bend, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time (90% of work shift).
** Desired Attributes:
** The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role se are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
* Experience utilizing effective custodial organization skills.
* Experience effectively use technology and training to enhance performance and productivity.
* Experience recognizing the values of individual and cultural differences and creating a work environment where individual differences are valued.
* Experience in operating commercial custodial equipment such as; carpet extractor, scrubbers, buffers, no touch cleaning systems, and various types of commercial vacuums.
* Experience in proper use and dilution ratios of cleaning chemical solutions.
* Experience in time management skills with the demonstrated ability to prioritize work, manage daily duties, and complete assigned tasks by order of importance.
** Special Requirements:
** To be hired, you must have a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
** Application Guidance
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* How to Apply:

** Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your
** resume
* * and answer all
** supplemental questions**.
* External Candidates:
Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
* Internal Candidates:
Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
** After You Apply:
*** Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
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