Custodian 1

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Custodian 1

Salary

$25,560.00 - $33,336.00 Annually

Location

WA 99301, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

C-18-001

Division

Plant Operations

Opening Date

01/08/2018

Description

Columbia Basin College ("CBC" or the "College") is seeking a Custodian 1 to perform a variety of custodial tasks to maintain cleanliness and care of assigned areas at the College. This position reports to the Custodian 5.
 

Closing Date: Open Until Filled (First consideration closes January 18, 2018 @ 11:59 p.m. PST)

Primary Responsibilities

  • Clean and sanitize restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures in accordance with established procedures and standards;
  • Clean chalkboards and erasers; dust and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, and vacuum floors;
  • Empty wastebaskets, trash, recycle containers, and outdoor cigarette receptacles;
  • Strip, clean, buff, and apply finish to floors; use high speed floor buffers/polishers; vacuum and clean carpets;
  • Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools, such as vacuum, broom, mop, squeegee, and ladder for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, and furniture;
  • Lock and unlock buildings, secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows, and report unauthorized occupants;
  • Follow written and/or verbal instructions regarding the use of chemicals, supplies and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures;
  • Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis and/or as needed for meetings, conferences, and campus events;
  • Report need for repair and/or maintenance;
  • Wash interior and exterior windows;
  • Perform cleaning and related activities in areas within a reasonable distance from buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment to remove snow or debris, or sweeping sidewalks and/or stairs; and
  • Operate high-pressure washer.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience in a custodial position or equivalent experience; and
  • Strong evidence of reading, writing, and communication skills in English.

Terms of Employment

Quality: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality; apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality;

Safety and Security: Observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly;
 
Oral Communication: Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; respond well to questions; participate in meetings; fully comprehend spoken and written English;

Motivational Skills: Set and achieve challenging goals; demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles; measure self against standard of excellence;
 
Problem Solving Skills: Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics;
 
Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrive at meetings and appointments on time;
 
Cultural Competence: Accept cultural differences between people; effectively communicate information to culturally diverse staff, students and the community; ability to suspend own biases and prejudices in order to be nonjudgmental; awareness of own background/experiences and how they influence learning process and attitudes;
 
Customer Service Skills: Manage difficult or emotional customer situations; respond promptly to customer needs; solicit customer feedback to improve service; respond to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments;
 
Interpersonal Skills: Focus on solving conflict, not blaming; maintain confidentiality; listen to others without interrupting; keep emotions under control; remain open to others' ideas and try new things; and
                                                                                                 
Quantity: Meet productivity standards; complete work in timely manner; strive to increase productivity; work quickly.
 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  

This is a twelve (12) month full-time position, forty (40) hours per week and over-time eligible. This position is eligible for shift-differential pay at $0.65 an hour.  Typical work week is Monday through Thursday, 9:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. and Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. This is a grave-yard type shift position, with the exception of Fridays. This position is available immediately.  

 

PROCESS NOTE: 

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

*Please note that selected interview candidates may be subject to supplemental testing that will measure knowledge of basic custodial proficiency.

 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Columbia Basin College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.

If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.

Columbia Basin College operates under an approved affirmative action plan and encourages applications from persons of color, women, veterans and persons of disability. The Human Resources Office is accessible to those with disabilities. If you need accommodation in application or employment, contact the Human Resources Office at (509) 542-4740.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Must be able to endure working outdoors under extreme weather conditions;
  • Will occasionally be asked to work overtime and some weekends; and
  • Work involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Physical strength, agility and endurance to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time; 
  • Bend/reach, lift, pull or push objects weighing up to 80 pounds; and 
  • Climb ladders and operate custodial-related equipment.


UNION CLAUSE:


This is a bargaining unit position. Pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement, the successful applicant must (1) become a member of the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA), (2) pay a representative fee, or (3) pay a non-association fee within 30 days of employment.

MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE
 
Eligibility
Permanent, seasonal and part-time employees as determined by WAC 182-12-114. Benefits also cover spouses or state-registered domestic partners, and dependent children up to age 26.
 
Effective date of coverage
First day of the month following your date of employment. If the date of employment is the first working day of a month, coverage begins on the date of employment.
 
Medical Plan Monthly Costs
Employees pay their portion of medical care costs through payroll deduction. The employee premium is based on the choice of plan and elected coverage for spouses or state-registered domestic partners, and dependent children.
 
Employee Monthly Contribution by Family Tier

Kaiser WA Classic:
2019 Employee Only: $165
2019 Employee and Spouse: $340
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $289
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $464

Kaiser WA Value:
2019 Employee Only: $88
2019 Employee and Spouse: $186
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $154
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $252
 
Kaiser WA CDHP*(Consumer Directed Health Plan):
2019 Employee Only: $25
2019 Employee and Spouse: $60
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $44
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $79

Uniform Medical Plan Classic (UMP Classic), administered by Regence BlueShield (PPO):
2019 Employee Only: $107
2019 Employee and Spouse: $224
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $187
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $304

Uniform Medical Plan CDHP* (Consumer Directed Health Plan), administered by Regence Blueshield:
2019 Employee Only: $25
2019 Employee and Spouse: $60
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $44
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $79
*Consumer Directed Health Plans (CDHP's) are paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA).
CDHP's are a type of insurance plan that has lower premiums, a higher annual deductible, and higher out-of-pocket maximum than traditional health plans. An HSA is a tax-exempt account that you or your employer, can deposit funds into on your behalf.
For more information about CDHP, HSA, and traditional health plans, please visit http://www.hca.wa.gov/pebb/Pages/cdhp.aspx.
Columbia Basin College provides dental coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee.
Benefit eligible employees have a choice of dental plans, including:
Uniform Dental Plan
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
Administered by Washington Dental Service (WDS)
 
DeltaCare
Managed Care Plan
Administered by Washington Dental Service (WDS)
 
Willamette Dental
Managed Care Plan
Administered by Willamette Dental
*Costs for dental services provided and coverage options vary based on plan selection.

Vision
Employees do not pay a separate premium for vision coverage; it is covered under the medical plan. Optical service frequency and hardware (glasses, contact lenses, etc.) vary depending on type of plan selected.
 
Waiving Medical Coverage
Employees may waive health enrollment if they have other comprehensive group medical coverage. If you have existing coverage through your spouse or domestic partner, please contact the plan directly to see how the plan will coordinate benefits.
Although employees may apply to waive medical coverage, employees must enroll in dental, basic life and basic long-term disability insurance (no monthly premium cost to the employee).

MEDICAL FLEX SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA) & DEPENDENT CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (DCAP)
http://www.hca.wa.gov/pebb/Pages/fsa.aspxhttp://pebb.asiflex.com
The FSA and DCAP plans are offered by the College and The State of Washington. They are calendar year, pre-tax, spending programs you can use to set aside money for eligible expenses. Both plans are offered as payroll deductions.
The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a PEBB sponsored benefit program that allows you to use pre-tax money to pay for certain out-of-pocket medical expenses. An FSA can save you 25 - 40% on your eligible expenses.
Annual contributions in 2013 can be between a minimum of $240 to maximum of $2500.
As a "use it or lose it" IRC governed plan, medical expense reimbursements can be requested for employee, spouse, or IRS eligible dependents.
The Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) allows you to save on child or elder care expenses (e.g. babysitting, daycare, in-home care for an older dependent incapable of self-care).
 
Eligibility
Permanent employees, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and dependent children up to 26 years of age.
 
Effective date of coverage
First of the month following the date of employment for basic coverage; for optional coverage,
amounts become effective the first of the month following approval date or for guaranteed issue amounts, the first of the month following signature date on the form.

Basic Coverage*
$25,000 Basic Term Life & $5,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D).
*Basic Coverage is employer provided at no cost to the employee.

Supplemental Life Coverage(s)
Supplemental term insurance coverage for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and family is available in $10,000 increments from $10,000
up to $750,000 At an additional cost to the employee.

Supplemental AD&D Coverage
Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and family is available at an additional cost to employee.
Life Insurance Evidence of Insurability may be required for certain supplemental coverage amounts.
 
Basic Plan*
Provides 60% of the first $400 pre-disability monthly earnings, reduced by any deductible income.
The maximum benefit is $240 per month; the minimum benefit is $50 per month. Benefits begin after 90 days of disability or the period of accumulated sick leave, whichever is longer.
*Basic Coverage is employer provided at no cost to the employee.

Optional Plan
There is an optional plan that pays 60% of pre-disability monthly earnings, reduced by any deductible income, and is available at an additional cost to employee. Maximum benefit $6000 per month; minimum benefit is $240 per month. Cost for the optional plan is determined by employee type and waiting period selected.
Eligible employees will have a Washington state-sponsored retirement plan through one of two administrators. The Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) administers the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) for classified and admin/exempt employees and Teachers Retirement System (TRS) for faculty. The Teachers Insurance & Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund (TIAA-CREF) administers the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) for admin/exempt employees and faculty.

OPTIONAL BENEFITS (VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION)
Program brochures and additional information available upon request.
• American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus (AFLAC)
• Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• GET (Guaranteed Education Tuition) Program
• John Hancock Life Insurance Company – Long-Term Care
• Liberty Mutual Auto/Home Insurance
• School Employees Credit Union (Benton & Franklin Counties)
• School Employees Credit Union of Washington
• Voluntary/Supplemental Retirement Annuities – TIAA-CREF (403b) & Deferred Comp Program (457)
• Washington State Employees Credit Union

CBC ALUMNI, STUDENTS & FRIENDS PROGRAM
Available to all current CBC faculty and staff!
• Local area discounts - including discounts for restaurants, shopping, entertainment and health around the Pacific Northwest
• Travel program and travel discounts
• Discounts with national retailers and entertainment - including Disney, Broadway, Mariners and other sporting events
• Daily U Deals - 75% off sports equipment, proceeds will benefit CBC Athletic Department
 
REDUCED TUITION WAIVER PROGRAM
Employees can take most credit and non-credit classes at a reduced cost when space is available and certain conditions are met. Please see Tuition Waiver Form below for full details.
 
Credit classes
Permanent classified, faculty, adjunct faculty and administrative employees of CBC may take almost any credit class on a space-available basis if requirements and prerequisites have been met. The basic cost is $5.00, plus any fees associated with that class. Hourly and probationary employees are not eligible for this reduced tuition.

VACATION, SICK LEAVE, & HOLIDAYS
Vacation & Sick Leave
Classified staff, full-time and affiliated faculty members, and administrative staff accrue vacation and sick leave at rates determined by their employer group. Employees represented by a bargaining unit should refer to their negotiated agreement for accrual rates.
Holidays
CBC observes the following holidays*:
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day
*Holiday Observance and dates subject to change based on employment status, negotiated agreements, or College policy changes.
 
Personal Holiday
In addition to accrued vacation and college-wide holidays, classified and administrative staff may select one personal holiday each calendar year. Personal holidays are not cumulative and lapse at the end of each calendar year. A newly-hired classified staff member may not take the personal holiday during the first four months of employment.
 
Please Note: All information above is subject to change based on, but not limited to, employment status, legislative mandates, or College policy changes.
 


ABOUT THE TRI-CITIES AREA

http://www.columbiabasin.edu/index.aspx?page=297

Tri-City Development Council:  http://www.tridec.org/about_tri_cities/
 
Tri-City Chamber of Commerce:  http://www.tricityregionalchamber.com/
 
Tri-Cities Guide:  http://tri-citiesguide.org/attractions-things-to-do.htm
 

Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau: http://www.visittri-cities.com/

All premium rates listed are as of January 1, 2018.

01
Do you have experience in a custodial position or equivalent experience?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Briefly describe your experience in a custodial position or equivalent experience. Please include dates and where you acquired your experience as evidenced in your application and/or resume.
03
Which best describes your experience cleaning and maintaining custodial equipment (i.e., replacing belts, bags in vacuums, cleaning of spray nozzles for carpet steam cleaners, etc.)?
  • I have no experience
  • Less than one (1) year
  • One (1) year but less than two (2) years
  • Two (2) or more years
04
Are you willing and able to work in adverse conditions such as rain, fog, ice, snow, wind, extreme ambient temperatures (heat or cold), and in small, cramped spaces?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Which best describes your experience cleaning restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures?
  • I have no experience
  • Less than one (1) year
  • One (1) year but less than two (2) years
  • Two (2) or more years
06
Which best describes your experience vacuuming/steam cleaning carpeted floors?
  • I have no experience
  • Less than one (1) year
  • One (1) year but less than two (2) years
  • Two (2) or more years
07
Which best describes your experience stripping and waxing floors?
  • I have no experience
  • less than one (1) year
  • I have one (1) year but less than two (2) years
  • Two (2) or more years
08
This job requires considerable contact with a broad spectrum of people. Please describe what you believe are the most significant aspects of human diversity. What is your experience working with and for people of diverse backgrounds and share with us why you believe that experience is relevant to the work of this position?

Required Question

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Pasco, Washington, 99301
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