Custodian 2

The custodial staff at Clover Park Technical College is essential to our college and their work is greatly appreciated! The custodian position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks and assignments to maintain the health, appearance, and cleanliness standards of the college.
 
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the Custodian 2 position.
Custodian 2 is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 302. 
This position is overtime eligible. 
Clover Park Technical College celebrates the many individuals that make up our community and embraces the opportunity to learn from both our differences and similarities.  CPTC values equity and respect. We seek to create an environment of innovation and excellence that focuses on student success, lifelong learning, and social responsibility.   

Duty: Cleaning
Tasks Include:

• Maintain cleanliness of floors, walls, ceiling, carpets, windows, furniture, fixtures, etc. using power equipment and hand tools, including, but not limited to, brooms, mops squeegees, vacuums, and scrubbers.
• Fulfill cleaning requirements and expectations in all areas of responsibility, using proper cleaning techniques and appropriate chemicals, cleaning agents, and tools/ equipment.
• Participate in team cleaning as assigned.
• Adhere to work schedule and meal/break periods at all times.

Duty: Waste Management
Tasks Include:

• Empty wastebaskets, garbage, and trash containers.
• Properly operate the trash compactor in a safe and efficient manner. Report all trash compactor operational issues to the Lead Custodian or designee.
• Move recycling totes out of the assigned building for recycle contractor pickup as scheduled.
• Return totes to appropriate location the following day.

Duty: Maintain Building Security and Exterior Areas
Tasks Include:

• Check for unlocked doors and unauthorized occupants. Close and secure facilities for those areas not occupied by staff. Turn off lights and set security alarms. Report any unauthorized occupants to Security and the Lead Custodian.
• Maintain building external appearance. Keep building entrance and sidewalks clean, empty, and clean trash containers, windows, and walls.

Duty: Perform Minor Maintenance
Tasks Include:

• Repair or replace items such as, but not limited to, light bulbs or tubes, tighten door hinges and doorplates.
• Perform operator maintenance on all equipment assigned such as vacuums, floor machines, and carper extractors by taking proper care of equipment cords, changing vacuum bags, belts, clean brushes, unblock hoses or debris and keep equipment clean and in order.
• Empty holding tanks and clean battery-operated carpet extractors and auto scrubbers after every use. Safely check the water levels in all batteries and top off with appropriate
• Report all equipment malfunctions to the Lead Custodian immediately.

Duty: Professional Development and Perform Other Duties as Assigned
Tasks Include:

• Attend all training events, college events, and meetings as directed by the Custodial Lead or Administration.
• Complete all online and other training required by Clover Park Technical College.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• A minimum of one year of full-time custodian experience.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and safe driving record.
• Must speak, read, write English fluently.

• More than two years of experience as a custodian or in general building maintenance.
• Experience in carpet care and extraction, stripping, and waxing floors.

All offers of employment at Clover Park Technical College are contingent upon the successful completion of background checks which include criminal history. Information obtained from the background checks will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the specific position.
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Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader) , state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. If selected for the position, your vaccine status will be verified during New Employee Orientation. Should you need information regarding medical or religious accommodation, please email human.resources@cptc.edu

Land Acknowledgement Statement
We acknowledge that we are on the traditional land of the Puget Sound Salish peoples belonging to the Puyallup, Steilacoom, Nisqually, and Squaxin Island tribes and bands, and we honor and thank the traditional caretakers of this land. We value the tribes in our community and the impact that they continue to make on our college to this day. For more information about CPTC’s commitment to indigenous tribes, please visit http://www.cptc.edu/diversity
Why we work for Washington State’s Community and Technical Colleges
There are a host of reasons why we work at Clover Park Technical College, including the fact that we are part of a network called the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges (SBTC). We are proud to be part of an institution that believes in building strong people, families, and communities. Community and technical colleges help people grow their skills and talents so they can become global citizens. Faculty and staff make colleges come alive, giving each student a place in which they want to learn. You can participate in college events, clubs, and committees that engage you, while college guest speakers enlighten and inspire you.
More than a paycheck
Clover Park Technical College offers much more than a paycheck. There is an outstanding benefits package that is worth an additional value equivalent to about 30% of your base salary. We offer a full range of benefits that include multiple medical, dental, life, and disability coverage options for employees and eligible family members; choice of retirement and deferred compensation plans to save for the future; paid holidays, sick time, and vacation, reduced tuition, and employee discounts and memberships Employee Assistance Program and more.
Our History
Clover Park Technical College is located in Lakewood, Washington. Our college has a rich history of professional and technical education dating back to the 1940s, when Clover Park School District established a War Production program, training civilians as auto mechanics, aircraft-service mechanics, ship-fitters, welders, and blueprint readers. Now, CPTC offers more than forty programs in Aerospace, Advanced Manufacturing, Health Sciences, Human Services, Business, Hospitality, Science Technology, Engineering, Transportation, and Trades. CPTC has two campuses: Our main campus is located in Lakewood, WA and our South Hill Campus is located in Puyallup, WA.  Learn more about Clover Park Technical College by visiting About CPTC .
Equal Opportunity Employer 
Clover Park Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and committed to principles of diversity.  We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran.
Jeanne Clery Statement
Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report: Clover Park Technical College’s Annual Security Report is available online at  http://www.cptc.edu/risk/safety/security .