Custodian - South Plant

About the Role

The primary function of the Custodian is to maintain the cleanliness of interiors and exteriors of various office and industrial facilities at South Plant.

• Strip, wax and scrub various types of floors; vacuum and extract dirt from carpets and machine‑buff floors.
• Clean, stock and sanitize restrooms, kitchens, and public spaces including tables, chairs, toilets, showers, sinks and walls.
• As directed, mix and use cleaning solutions and chemicals.
• Dust, wash and vacuum surfaces.
• Request and stock various types of supplies.
• Empty trash.
• Monitor and report any building, equipment, or safety issues to staff.
• Support grounds maintenance including litter pickup and occasional outdoor tasks.
• Follow established safety protocols and contribute to a culture of health and safety.
• Clean glass windows and surfaces.
• May research and prepare bid specifications for cleaning equipment and supplies.

• Knowledge of basic janitorial cleaning techniques.
• Knowledge in the use and care of cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of basic safety rules and procedures to ensure the safety of yourself and co‑workers.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning chemicals.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate behaviors that include fairness, respect, and inclusiveness.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a work environment that embraces and encourages diversity in its workforce and where differences are valued.

• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions.
• Action Oriented – Identifies and seizes new opportunities; displays a can‑do attitude in good and bad times.
• Resourcefulness – Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Conflict – Handling conflict situations effectively.
• Communicates Effectively – Developing and delivering communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Being Resilient – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

• Washington State Driver’s License.

• One (1) or more years of recent professional industrial cleaning/janitorial work experience.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds, twisting, climbing, and bending on a daily basis.

• Working in a wastewater treatment environment with exposure to some wastewater pathogens and contaminants.

• Work Location:
  
  South Treatment Plant – 1200 Monster Road SW, Renton, WA 98057.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Full‑time, 40‑hour work week. Overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: S.E.I.U. L925 (Wastewater Treatment Division).

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