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Custodian

Job in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98417, USA
Listing for: Pierce County Library
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-25
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    Janitor, Cleaning Services, Maintenance Worker
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21.02 - 29.11 USD Hourly USD 21.02 29.11 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

This is a custodial position that provides as needed, as-available coverage at any of our 19 PCLS locations during scheduled hours. Travel may be authorized and assigned as a part of this work. For authorized travel, use of a PCLS fleet vehicle may be provided when available, or when no fleet vehicles are available, individuals may use personal vehicles and be reimbursed mileage.

Hiring

Range:

$21.02 - $24.37 per hour/ year;
Pay Grade Range: $21.02 - $29.11 per hour/year

Compensation

Pierce County Library System offers a compensation program which recognizes qualifications and experience relevant to each position. The starting pay is established typically within the hiring range below based upon the experience of the individual hired into the role. Our compensation package also includes annual increases for each additional year of experience and tenure in the role, up to the maximum (current year maximum outlined in pay grade range above).

Eligibility for overtime is exclusive to positions which are FLSA status non-exempt below.

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Position Status:

Regular

Location (s) :

Administrative Center (ACL)

Schedule:

Sunday

7:00am - 3:30 pm

Monday

7:00am - 3:30 pm

Tuesday

Off

Thursday

Off

Friday

7:00am - 3:30 pm

Saturday

7:00am - 3:30 pm

* Schedule is subject to change.

Union Status:

Represented

Candidate Submission Timelines:

TRANSFER Candidates:
Internal PCLS transfer eligible candidates will be given first consideration for this position through the Transfer Closure date indicated below . Please review the Transfer Process per the Collective Bargaining Agreement .

EXTERNAL OR NON-Transfer INTERNAL Candidates:
To be considered for this position , please submit your resume and up to 4 additional attachments to display your knowledge, skills and abilities for consideration for this position no later than 5:00 p.m. on closing date indicated below.

Submissions after the Closure Date below will not be considered .

Transfer Closure Date:
Friday, August 28, 2026 at 5:00pm External or Non-Transfer Internal Candidates Closure Date:
Friday, September 4, 2026 at 5:00pm

Veteran Status:
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should select the percentage that they qualify for, 5% or 10% during the application process . More information about V eteran’s P reference, such as the difference in percentage , can be found here and here . If you need more information please contact us at: HR

Position Summary

Performs a variety of routine custodial functions for the Pierce County Library System; cleans and maintains assigned buildings, facilities, and/or office areas; and performs other related duties as assigned. This class is the entry-level position in the Custodial job series. Positions at this level work under close supervision and perform basic custodial tasks.

Essential Functions

Class specifications are intended to provide a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employee in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

  • Delivers high-quality, customer-focused services.
  • Disinfects, cleans, and maintains restroom facilities including toilets, urinals, sanitary containers, sinks, doors, mirrors, and fixtures; restocks paper products.
  • Cleans library, offices, work areas, meeting rooms, study rooms, coffee bars, and/or the staff lunch room.
  • Sanitizes drinking fountains, kitchen sinks, counter tops, microwaves, table tops, and desks.
  • Vacuums, sweeps, mops, and cleans hard surface floors; spot cleans carpets.
  • Dusts fixtures, furniture, and other hard surface areas.
  • Cleans internal and external building windows.
  • Empties trash cans and recycling bins; disposes of trash in outside holding bins.
  • Sets-up and takes down meeting rooms.
  • Assists with routine building maintenance tasks including changing light bulbs, cleaning exterior building areas, and monitoring parking lots.
  • Demonstrates punctuality and regular and consistent attendance.
  • Brings matters of public concern regarding waste, inefficiency, corruption, discrimination, and safety to the attention of Library Management.
  • Accurately communicates the Library’s policies to members of the public in all job-related contacts.
  • Positiv…
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