Custodian (part-time)

Are you looking for a reliable job where your work makes a difference? The City of Medford is hiring a part-time Custodian to help keep our buildings clean, safe, and welcoming. This hands-on role includes cleaning public spaces, setting up for events, and ensuring facilities stay in top shape. If you have at least six months of custodial experience and enjoy working independently, we'd love to hear from you!Â

Apply today and be part of a team that keeps Medford running!Â

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.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with various types of floor maintenance equipment including floor scrubbers, extractors, buffers, and carpet cleaners.
  
  

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to obtain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance within three months of hire date.Â
• Possession of 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)).Â
• Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• Successful completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.
  
  

Available Schedule

• Sunday - Wednesday, 6:00 PM - 11:00 PMÂ
  
  

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 $19.81 (first step) to $20.80 or $21.84 (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.Â

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.Â
• Washes windows, mirrors and walls, tables, and chairs.Â
• Empties and disposes of collected waste, recycled goods and other materials.
• Adheres to safety practices and standards when performing all duties
• Event support including set up and breakdown.
  
  

Other Functions Of The Position

• Scope of assigned area will depend on departmental and/or citywide operational structure and is at the discretion of the Supervisor.
• Performs a variety of minor routine building maintenance tasks; identifies and reports building maintenance needs in assigned buildings and facilities.Â
• Keep all equipment and tools in good operational condition.
• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Handles job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
• Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
  
  

Competencies

High Standards -Â 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 -Â 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.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:Â

Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

• To perform this job successfully, the employee must be able to complete considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.
• Occasionally walks up and down multiple levels of steps and building levels while carrying supplies.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
  
  

IMPORTANT (Please Read)

• It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
• Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response. Â
• 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

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

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following

• Criminal history background investigation
• CJIS clearance
• Favorable driving record
• Physical Â
• Clear drug screen following federal law (which includes testing for cannabis)
• Professional reference check
  
  

Questions or Assistance

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