The Building Operations Section in the King County's Facilities Management Division is looking for dependable Floor Care Custodians who will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the floors in King County buildings and any other place where applicable. We are looking for reliable floor care experts who have the ability to complete projects independently or in concert with team members.

• Shift is Monday - Friday, 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM. 
• Qualified candidates must be available to work this shift.
• Location is Downtown Seattle.

• *Restore various floors with specialized floor equipment. 
• Stripping and waxing floors with specialized floor equipment. 
• Steam clean and extract carpets with specialized floor equipment.
• Perform assigned maintenance to various floors utilizing specialized equipment. 
• Ability to maintain assigned equipment and tools.
• Safely operate equipment and County-owned vehicles.
• Perform other custodial duties as assigned.

• At least one year of demonstrated building maintenance, floorcare or custodial experience. 
• *Demonstrated skill operating specialized floor equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic janitorial cleaning techniques and standards. Knowledge of basic cleaning chemicals and safety rules.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, and lift, carry, move or handle up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to communicate effectively, report concerns / issues in a timely manner. 
• Ability to assess flooring conditions, determine proper action steps and work through difficult projects in coordination with co-workers, Lead & Supervisor.
• Identify various flooring types and their required maintenance or restoration. Demonstrated record of continuously reliable attendance.

• This position is overtime eligible. Full-time positions work 40 hours per week.
• The shift we have available is Monday - Friday 4:00 PM to 12:30 am. You must be available to work this shift. The hours are subject to change, but at this time, that is the greatest need.
• The central location for this position will be Downtown Seattle.
• This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 925.
• This position will work in secure facilities, and it is required that you pass a thorough background check and physical examination prior to being hired.
• This position has been designated Mission Critical in an Emergency, which means that you perform functions which cannot be delayed in the event of an emergency.  

• This position is open to all qualified candidates. 
• The King County Application is required and must be filled out completely.

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