Custodian 2

JOB Yakima Valley Community College is one of the oldest community colleges in the state of Washington.
Founded in 1928, the college has a long tradition of quality in teaching and in its commitment to students.
Our Mission Statement: As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for three Custodian 2 positions in the Administrative Services Division – Facility and Auxiliary Services.
This is a full-time classified position, the beginning salary is $2,764 per month for 40 hours per week, with periodic increments up to $3,558, plus a full state benefits package.
The Custodian 2 performs and is responsible for those custodial tasks and duties that provide and assure safe, healthy, and clean facilities conducive to the educational process within a prescribed area of responsibility.
The Custodian 2 is subject to shift work, including weekends, holidays and early mornings or evenings as assigned by the Custodial Service Manager.
Must be able to work overtime when needed, possibly even during periods of suspended operations for the rest of the campus.
Reassignment of daily work schedule to cover other areas when needed.
This position will report to the Manager of Custodial Services or the Director (or Assistant Director) of Facility Operations depending on the assigned site.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES QUALIFICATIONS: ABILITY TO: Be flexible in adapting to changes in priorities and assignments Read, write, follow written/oral directions in EnglishWork independently on assignments without close supervision and be part of a team environmentIdentify minor building problems, and report repairs in writing to the department supervisor KNOWLEDGE OF: Workplace safety practices, policies, and procedures to ensure the performance of safe work practices (eg SDS sheets)Proper procedures, methods, equipment, and cleaning solutions for cleaning and sanitizing of surfaces, floors, etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Position requires a valid Washington State Driver's license AND a minimum age of 18 DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GEDMinimum of two years collective experience in custodial work, preferably within an educational environmentKnowledge and experience regarding proper disinfecting/sanitizing of surfacesBasic understanding of PC operation, MS Word, and OutlookBasic mechanical understanding and ability to learn PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 50 poundsBending at the waist; kneeling and squatting/stooping; repetitive arm/hand movement (extending the hands and arms to seize, hold, and grasp)Reaching above shoulder level (including stretching upwards on tiptoe maintaining balance), and standing for long periods SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Application Instructions: To apply for this position you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments: A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted).
The search committee should be able to easily “check off” each qualification asked for in the job description.
A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application).
Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional) Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree and required for the fulfillment of the minimum qualifications (when applicable).
The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at the time of hire.
Copy of Credentials or license as required for the fulfillment of the minimum qualifications Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification.
Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above.
E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Candidates invited to interview may be required to perform a skills test.
Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
Per the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act, Yakima Valley Community College hires only U.
S.
Citizens and Aliens authorized to work in the United States.
As a condition of employment, new employees must provide acceptable proof of identity and employment eligibility.
Yakima Valley Community College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment.
All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVCC, South 16th Ave.
& Nob Hill Blvd.
, Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.
574.
4670.
Applicants with Disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.