Custodian (part-time)

Are you dependable and detail-oriented, and do you take pride in keeping spaces clean and safe? The City of Medford is looking for a custodian to join our team!

If you have custodial experience and enjoy hands-on work that helps support clean and comfortable public spaces, we encourage you to apply. To meet the minimum qualifications, applicants must clearly list at least six months of custodial or janitorial experience in the Work Experience section of the application.

What You’ll Do
Ensure City buildings remain safe, clean, and welcoming for employees and the public 

 Carry out routine cleaning, sanitizing, and light maintenance tasks

 Contribute to a supportive team that keeps Medford running strong

…and perform other custodial duties as assigned 

What We're Looking For

• At least six months of custodial experience
• A reliable, hardworking individual
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work independently

Required Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Six (6) months or more experience as a custodian with an industrial, janitorial firm, or commercial business and thorough knowledge of custodial materials and methods.

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, procedures, equipment, and supplies used in custodial maintenance.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to adjust to priority work changes.
• Ability to conform with all safety rules and performs work in a safe manner.
• Ability to operate modern office equipment including computer equipment, and specialized software applications programs effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance upon hire.
• Possess a valid driver's license by date of hire. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver's license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).
• Maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• Successfully complete a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.

Available Schedule: 

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

**Occasionally, you may be required to work on a holiday if it falls on your regular workday.**

The anticipated hiring range for the Custodian position is $21.94 (first step) to $23.04 or $24.19 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps. 

INCLUDED BENEFITS:

• Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) retirement contributions paid by employer for part-time, year-round positions.
• Paid sick leave - one (1) hour accrued for every 30 hours worked.
• Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Cleans, sanitizes, and disinfects restrooms, break rooms and all public spaces. 
• Stock custodial closets with appropriate supplies.
• Sweeps, vacuums, and mops (wet and dry) a variety of flooring materials
• Dusts furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipment. 
• Washes windows, mirrors and walls, tables, and chairs. 
• Empties and disposes of collected waste, recycled goods and other materials.
• Adheres to safety practices and standards when performing all duties.
• May be required to travel between different work locations based on operational need.
• The scope of the assigned area will depend on departmental structure and is determined at the discretion of the department director or designee.

Other Functions of the Position:

• Performs a variety of minor routine building maintenance tasks; identifies and reports building maintenance needs in assigned buildings and facilities. 
• Keep all equipment and tools in good operational condition.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall function of the department and organizational goals.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
• Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.

Competencies:

High Standards - Effective performers establish and model standards that guarantee exceptional quality and necessary attention to detail. They continually seek to improve processes and products and hold staff accountable for quality. They find best practices, share them, and then improve upon them. 

Customer Orientation - Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs. They continually seek information and understanding regarding market trends.

Initiative – Effective performers are proactive and act without being prompted. They don’t wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need, take responsibility, and act on it. They make things happen.

Integrity - Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.

Team Player - Effective performers are team oriented. They identify with the larger organizational team and their role within it. They share resources, respond to requests from other parts of the organization, and support larger legitimate organizational agendas as more important than local or personal goals.

IMPORTANT (Please read):

1. It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
2. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
3. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response.  
4. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.

How to Apply: 

1. Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
2. Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.  
3. Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country. 

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:

• Criminal history background investigation
• CJIS clearance
• Favorable driving record
• Clear drug screen following federal law
• Professional reference check

Questions or Assistance: 

• If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2014.  
• For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.