Custodian

Pierce County Library • Tacoma, WA

20d • $21 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a custodial position that provides coverage for PCLS locations during scheduled hours. Use of a PCLS fleet vehicle may be provided when available, for use for work travel between assigned worksites during some shifts. The anticipated coverage of this role could float to any of 19 PCLS branch locations (travel to Anderson Island is not assigned). In addition to per hour wages, when no fleet vehicles are available, individuals may use personal vehicles for work travel and will receive reimbursement per policy at current rates when traveling between assigned branches during shifts. 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, and six months custodial experience; OR any combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge and skills and allows successful performance of the job.
• A valid Washington State Driver’s License is required.
• Must pass criminal background screening prior to hire.
• The ability to work evenings and weekends on a rotating schedule and to adapt to schedule changes on short notice is required.
• Custodial functions and custodial principles.
• Regulations and standards governing custodial activities.
• Custodial equipment and cleaning chemicals.
• Occupational hazards and safety practices relative to custodial work.
• Customer service standards and protocols.
• Performing a variety of routine custodial functions.
• Ensuring the Library’s facilities are appropriately cleaned and maintained.
• Completing work orders in a timely manner and in accordance with departmental standards.
• Safely operating custodial equipment and handling cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to effectively navigate basic electronic record creation and storage (e.g. timecard/HRIS, performance review, network drive storage)
• Use of basic office equipment (e.g. PC, printer, phone, fax, mouse, security alarm)
• Basic keyboard and alpha/numeric data entry skills
• Basic PC navigation skills in a windows based environment; ability to connect and print
• Ability to navigate, search and use basic web functions and applications
• Understand and follow basic technical instruction

Nice To Haves

• Basic MS Office Suite skills (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Integrated Library System, Inventory or Data Management system experience

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Positively reflects Pierce County Library’s mission, vision, and values to members of the public and to staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Basic Life Insurance
• Vacation
• Long-Term Disability
• State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees have an opportunity to participate in the Tax Sheltered Annuity Program and the Deferred Compensation Program
• Additional life insurance for the employee and family is available through payroll deduction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED