Custodial 2, Part Time Hourly Job Listing at Bellevue College in Bellevue, WA (Job ID 14130)

Description

Position Summary  

Bellevue College¿s Custodial staff maintains the Bellevue College¿s facilities and buildings and ensures the cleanliness, safe and welcoming environment for the students, visitors, and staff.  

The position reports to the Custodial Supervisor/Operations Manager. The Custodial staff maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of buildings, offices, classrooms, fitness centers, dorm, laboratories, furnishings and equipment as well as building entrances and exterior walkways.
 

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule  

Pay rate: $18.27 - $24.13/hour

The successful candidate is expected to work 25 hours per week. This position typically assigned as needed on a quarterly basis, with no expectation of continued employment beyond the current appointment. 

The temporary hourly employment is limited to the earlier of 1,050 hours or 12 consecutive months beginning from the original date of hire. Per WAC 357-04-045, following 1,050 hours or 12 consecutive months, an individual is not eligible for re-employment at Bellevue College in another temporary part-time hourly position. Temporary hourly employees who work more than three hundred fifty (350) hours in a twelve consecutive month period may be subject to provisions of one the collective bargaining agreements covering Classified employees at Bellevue College.  

This position is expected to NOT be eligible for benefits because eligibility is limited only to employees working at least an average of 80 hours in eligible employment for more than 6 consecutive months and at least 8 hours a month. Eligible positions are eligible for certain benefits.

 

About The College  

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College.

About the Department  

The Bellevue College (BC) Custodial Services Department with Campus Operations supports the College's primary mission by cleaning and maintaining internal and external areas of all the College Facilities and other assets. The department works in compliance with local, state and federal laws and agencies by following BC's policies follows and maintains safety procedures and follow-up Campus Operations program on accidents and safety prevention techniques. The department also follows APPA's Operational Guidelines as well as continuously improves work methods, knowledge of equipment, supplies and safety through participation in routine training sessions.

Essential Functions  

Support and maintain cleanliness of BC facilities

• Maintains assigned area in a clean, sanitized and safe condition according to BC¿s procedures. 
• Cover other runs in accordance to need resulting from absentee, emergency clean up or other work-related needs of the BC¿s internal and external facilities.
• Support the Campus Operations department crews and the various departments, vendors and/or visitors in accordance to need.

Perform custodial tasks

• Cleans, sanitizes and disinfects various buildings, offices, rooms, labs, common areas, showers and restrooms.
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, scrubs, waxes and polishes floors, walls and woodwork, shampoo carpets, dusts furniture and equipment; empties wastebaskets, trash, recycle and compost containers.
• Polishes furniture, metal fixtures and washes windows.
• Keeps building entrances and walkways free of ice, snow, leaves, garbage and other debris.
• Operates machinery necessary to perform job including vacuum cleaners, blowers, disinfecting devices, scrubbers, upholstery cleaners, buffing machines, water extractors, carpet shampooers, pressure washers.

Upkeep storage closets, facilities, equipment and supplies

• Stacks and replenishes supplies and products in designated areas.
• Keeps designated areas properly supplied with Personal protective equipment (PPE) supplies as Face masks, Peroxide multi surface cleaner, paper towels, sanitizing hand gel and sanitizing wipes where applicable, supply paper products, soap, sanitary and menstrual supplies and other items.
• Replaces furnishings, burned out light bulbs/fixtures and other miscellaneous objects.
• Upkeeps the custodial storage room clean, maintain inventory of supplies and products as needed and the assigned equipment. 
• Brings broken or unused equipment back to the warehouse.

Comply with laws and BC policies, procedures 

• Ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws and agencies by following BC¿s policies, procedures and direction.
•  Follows and maintains safety procedures and follow-up Campus Operations program on accidents and safety prevention techniques.

Report problems and support BC events

• Reports building damage and malfunctions in a computerized facilities management system or reports damage on work request form. 
• Set-ups and breakdowns of campus functions and special events including stages, podiums, tables, chairs, partitions, etc.

Other Duties

• May perform other related duties
  
   

Minimum Qualifications  

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year custodial experience. 
• Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in the custodial work. 
• Demonstrated physical ability to do the required work, lift/push/or pull at a minimum 50 pounds.   
• Must be able to work with arms overhead, kneel, bend, crawl, squat and crouch repeatedly. 
• Ability to work off a ladder (up to 8 feet). 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be able to multitask and manage workload in fast-paced environment. 
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse colleagues and/or students in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Have a valid Washington State Driver License or the ability to obtain one if hired.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings to other coworkers, other employees of the College, students, and visitors of the College.
• Ability to observe and learn new and different techniques related to the performance and outcomes of work-related tasks.
• Commitment to building and maintaining customer satisfaction with co-workers, students, staff, faculty and visitors.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs, conditions and work responsibilities.
• Safety and Janitorial/Custodial certificates.

Conditions of Employment  

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. 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.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

Other Information  

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply  

Applications received by 08/22/2024 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. 

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying.

Required application materials: 

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable

Contact:

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu. 

EEO Statement  

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .

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