Custodial Worker 1 - Temporary - Marion County, OR : Job Details

Salary: $17.44 - $23.36 Hourly Location : Salem, OR Job Type: Part-time Temporary Job Number: T485-2024-2 Department: Business Services Division: Facilities Management Opening Date: 10/04/2024 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: 06 Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available. This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Applications will be reviewed periodically until a decision is made to close the recruitment. Applicants are encouraged to submit the application as soon as possible as the recruitment may close at any time without further notice. Marion County is looking for a dependable team member to add to our custodial team. We are seeking a detail-oriented, self-disciplined, responsible team member to help us clean, sanitize, and keep county facilities in overall good condition. Custodial staff typically work 4:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., so if you are needing an alternative work schedule, take pride in your work, and are looking for a positive team environment, please consider joining us. Why Facilities Management? Custodial staff members are a critical part of the team who are committed to keeping the County's facilities clean, safe, and functioning properly. Marion County brings together facility maintenance best practices, customer service skills, and employee and management leadership to accomplish the County's mission and vision and to make the most efficient and effective use of public resources. If you are a person who is looking for an alternative work schedule, is conscientious, and has knowledge of the commercial cleaning industry, then Marion County's Facilities Custodian is a good option for you. Why Marion County? With the support of the Marion County Board of Commissioners, our Custodial team does meaningful work in maintaining our facilities. Best of all, on this Custodial team you will have plenty of opportunities to contribute, learn, and make a positive impact on our county. The Department The mission of the Business Services Department is to provide credible expertise, efficient processes, and quality delivery of services that provide safe, healthy, productive, and more resilient facilities for Marion County. The work through the Facilities and Construction Management, Risk Management, and Administration support our department in achieving its mission by making wise investments today for a more viable future. Information about Marion County: Compensation The wage range for this position is $17.44 to $23.36 hourly with initial wages starting at $17.44 hourly. This is a non-exempt, part-time, relief/on-call temporary job, which is eligible for overtime. Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, buffs, strips, waxes, and vacuums floors
• Extracts carpets
• Operates and cleans various equipment, including power-cleaning equipment, such as buffers, scrubbers, and extractors
• Cleans rest rooms and fixtures, including cleaning and disinfecting toilets, urinals, sinks, walls, vents and partitions; replenishes rest room supplies
• Dusts and cleans offices where care must be taken that office papers and materials are not destroyed; removes surface dirt/dust on horizontal surfaces at a variety of heights
• Cleans windows, mirrors and glass at a variety of heights
• Empties trash and recycling on multiple floors in county buildings; disposes of trash and recycling in proper dumpsters
• Prepares chemicals as per instructions using basic math skills to compute dilution ratios
• Responds to customer special requests for removal of debris, clean up of spills, etc
• Orders and puts away supplies
• Attends various meetings; completes required training
• Maintain building security; secures doors and performs periodic security checks to the various County buildings
• Uses basic computer skills to check and update the work order system, complete time sheets, order supplies/laundry, schedule time off, and communicate with supervisor and coworkers via e-mail, etc.
• Carries cell phone and makes sure it is operating properly every day.

Requirements for the PositionEXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Graduation from high school, or equivalent, and some experience with janitorial techniques; OR

Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at:
• This assignment is represented by a union.
• This is a temporary job, which is eligible for overtime.
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, during the hours of 4:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m., depending on the needs of the department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Some knowledge of cleaning methods and procedures; some knowledge of cleaning materials such as soaps, powders, waxes and polishes; ability to understand and follow simple instructions; good physical condition, strength and agility to perform manual tasks for extended periods; ability to work cooperatively with other employees; ability to work alone; ability to work evenings. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSBends, stoops, squats and twists; stands and walks for long periods of time; engages in repetitive work motions such as gripping, lifting and mopping; reaches above shoulders and head; climbs ladders and stairs; cleans surfaces at a variety of heights and angles; lifts and carries equipment and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.; pushes and pulls up to 75 lbs. PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education. VETERANS' PREFERENCE Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-###-#### and 105-###-####. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application. VISA SPONSORSHIP Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits. Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, , and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA. Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result. 01 To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. Do you understand this statement?

• Yes
• No

02 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03 How much work experience do you have where you performed cleaning duties? NOTE: Your answers must be supported by details in the Work Experience section of your application. Please be sure to list cleaning duties you have performed in the work experience portion of your application.

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more
• None of the above

04 Choose from the list below to describe the type(s) of facilities where you performed cleaning duties. NOTE: Your answers must be supported by details in the Work Experience section of your application.

• Office Buildings
• School Buildings
• Residential/Private Homes
• Coffee Shop/Barista
• Fast Food/Restaurant
• Property Management
• Cannery/Sanitation
• Factory
• Other (specify below)
• None of the above

05 Indicate where you obtained cleaning work experience if not listed in the previous question. Enter N/A if your previous answer was none of the above. 06 Indicate how much full-time customer service work experience you have. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)

• Less than 6 months (must have some experience)
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more
• None of the above

07 Custodial Worker Floor Maintenance Equipment: Select the equipment with which you have at least 6 months of full-time work experience. You may select more than one option. NOTE: Your answers must be supported by details in the Work Experience section of your application.

• Carpet extractor
• Automated floor scrubber
• Buffer
• Industrial vacuum
• Hand operated broom, mop and bucket
• None of the above

08 Select the task(s) with which you have at least 6 months of full-time experience.

• E-mail
• Data Entry (simplistic)
• Data Entry (complex)
• Word Processing
• Spreadsheets
• Electronic Calendar
• None of the above

Required Question